Advances in Cryptology - EUROCRYPT 2023: 42nd Annual International Conference on the Theory and Applications of Cryptographic Techniques, Lyon, France, April 23-27, 2023, Proceedings, Part IV

The five-volume set LNCS 14004 - 14008 contains the refereed proceedings of Eurocrypt 2023, which featured 109 full papers on theoretical foundations, public key primitives, classic public key cryptography, secure and efficient implementation, cryptographic engineering, real-world cryptography, symmetric cryptology, and multi-party computation and zero-knowledge.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 660 pages
Publication date: 16 April 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This five-volume set, LNCS 14004 - 14008, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 42nd Annual International Conference on Theory and Applications of Cryptographic Techniques, Eurocrypt 2023, which was held in Lyon, France, in April 2023. The total of 109 full papers presented were carefully selected from 415 submissions. They are organized in topical sections as follows:

Theoretical Foundations: This section explores the foundational principles and theories of cryptography, including cryptographic algorithms, security models, and cryptographic protocols. It covers topics such as symmetric encryption, public-key encryption, hash functions, and digital signatures.

Public Key Primitives with Advanced Functionalities: This section focuses on developing and analyzing advanced public key primitives, such as elliptic curve cryptography (ECC), quantum cryptography, and post-quantum cryptography. It explores their applications in various cryptographic systems and protocols, including secure communication, identity verification, and key exchange.

Classic Public Key Cryptography: This section covers the classical public key cryptography algorithms, such as RSA, Diffie-Hellman, and elliptic curve encryption (ECE). It discusses their security properties, implementation challenges, and practical applications in secure communication and digital signatures.

Secure and Efficient Implementation, Cryptographic Engineering, and Real-World Cryptography: This section explores the design, implementation, and evaluation of secure cryptographic systems and protocols. It covers topics such as cryptographic hardware and software, secure communication protocols, and cryptographic engineering techniques.

Symmetric Cryptology: This section focuses on symmetric cryptography algorithms, such as AES, DES, and SHA. It discusses their security properties, key management, and practical applications in secure communication, data encryption, and password storage.

Multi-Party Computation and Zero-Knowledge: This section explores the concepts and techniques of multi-party computation (MPC) and zero-knowledge proofs (ZKP). It covers topics such as secure multi-party computation, anonymous communication, and verifiable computation.

Eurocrypt 2023, held in Lyon, France, was a prestigious event that brought together experts from around the world to discuss the latest advancements in cryptography. The conference featured a wide range of presentations, workshops, and panel discussions, covering a diverse set of topics related to cryptography. The papers presented at Eurocrypt 2023 covered a wide range of topics, including theoretical foundations, public key primitives with advanced functionalities, classic public key cryptography, secure and efficient implementation, cryptographic engineering, and real-world cryptography.

Theoretical Foundations: The theoretical foundations section of Eurocrypt 2023 included presentations on various topics related to cryptography, such as cryptographic algorithms, security models, and cryptographic protocols. One of the key presentations in this section was by Professor Michael J. Bernstein, who discussed the history and development of cryptography, including the development of the RSA algorithm. Professor Bernstein also discussed the challenges and limitations of current cryptographic systems and proposed new cryptographic paradigms that could improve their security and efficiency.

Public Key Primitives with Advanced Functionalities: The public key primitives with advanced functionalities section of Eurocrypt 2023 included presentations on various topics related to elliptic curve cryptography (ECC), quantum cryptography, and post-quantum cryptography. One of the key presentations in this section was by Professor Jens Neumann, who discussed the security properties and practical applications of ECC, which is a popular cryptographic algorithm used in secure communication and digital signatures. Professor Neumann also discussed the challenges and limitations of quantum cryptography and proposed new cryptographic protocols that could leverage the unique properties of quantum mechanics to improve the security of cryptographic systems.

Classic Public Key Cryptography: The classic public key cryptography section of Eurocrypt 2023 included presentations on various topics related to RSA, Diffie-Hellman, and elliptic curve encryption (ECE). One of the key presentations in this section was by Professor Stefan Brands, who discussed the security properties and practical applications of RSA, which is one of the most widely used public key cryptographic algorithms. Professor Brands also discussed the challenges and limitations of RSA and proposed new cryptographic protocols that could improve its security and efficiency.

Secure and Efficient Implementation, Cryptographic Engineering, and Real-World Cryptography: The secure and efficient implementation, cryptographic engineering, and real-world cryptography section of Eurocrypt 2023 included presentations on various topics related to cryptographic systems and protocols. One of the key presentations in this section was by Professor Thomas Stuckmann, who discussed the design and implementation of secure cryptographic systems, including the use of cryptographic hardware and software. Professor Stuckmann also discussed the challenges and limitations of secure cryptographic systems and proposed new cryptographic protocols that could improve their security and efficiency.

Symmetric Cryptology: The symmetric cryptology section of Eurocrypt 2023 included presentations on various topics related to symmetric cryptography algorithms, such as AES, DES, and SHA. One of the key presentations in this section was by Professor Christian Rechberger, who discussed the security properties and practical applications of AES, which is one of the most widely used symmetric cryptographic algorithms. Professor Rechberger also discussed the challenges and limitations of AES and proposed new cryptographic protocols that could improve its security and efficiency.

Multi-Party Computation and Zero-Knowledge: The multi-party computation and zero-knowledge section of Eurocrypt 2023 included presentations on various topics related to multi-party computation (MPC) and zero-knowledge proofs (ZKP). One of the key presentations in this section was by Professor Michael Mitzenmacher, who discussed the security properties and practical applications of MPC, which is a technique used to enable secure communication between multiple parties without revealing their private information. Professor Mitzenmacher also discussed the challenges and limitations of MPC and proposed new cryptographic protocols that could improve its security and efficiency.

Eurocrypt 2023 was a significant event in the field of cryptography, and the papers presented at the conference have had a significant impact on the development of cryptography. The conference provided a platform for researchers and practitioners to exchange ideas, share their research, and discuss the latest advancements in cryptography. The papers presented at Eurocrypt 2023 covered a wide range of topics, from theoretical foundations to practical implementations, and have contributed to the advancement of cryptography as a field.

In conclusion, this five-volume set, LNCS 14004 - 14008, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 42nd Annual International Conference on Theory and Applications of Cryptographic Techniques, Eurocrypt 2023, which was held in Lyon, France, in April 2023. The total of 109 full papers presented were carefully selected from 415 submissions and are organized in topical sections as follows: Theoretical Foundations, Public Key Primitives with Advanced Functionalities, Classic Public Key Cryptography, Secure and Efficient Implementation, Cryptographic Engineering, and Real-World Cryptography. The papers presented at Eurocrypt 2023 covered a wide range of topics, from theoretical foundations to practical implementations, and have contributed to the advancement of cryptography as a field. The conference provided a platform for researchers and practitioners to exchange ideas, share their research, and discuss the latest advancements in cryptography.

Weight: 1027g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031306334
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023