Selected Areas in Cryptography: 28th International Conference, Virtual Event, September 29 - October 1, 2021, Revised Selected Papers

This book contains revised selected papers from the 28th International Conference on Selected Areas in Cryptography, SAC 2021, which was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The papers cover various research areas in cryptography, including symmetric key primitives, cryptosystems, efficient implementations, applied cryptology, and secure elections.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 509 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book presents a selection of revised papers from the 28th International Conference on Selected Areas in Cryptography (SAC 2021), which took place virtually from September to October 2021. The conference, originally scheduled to be held in person at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, had to be transformed into a virtual event due to the unforeseen circumstances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spanning a wide range of cryptographic research areas, the 23 full papers included in this volume underwent rigorous review and selection from a pool of 60 submissions. These papers cover a diverse spectrum of topics, including:

Design and Analysis of Symmetric Key Primitives and Cryptosystems: This encompasses the study and evaluation of various symmetric key primitives, such as block and stream ciphers, hash functions, MAC algorithms, and authenticated encryption schemes. Researchers explore the strengths, weaknesses, and practical applications of these cryptographic building blocks.

Efficient Implementations of Symmetric and Public Key Algorithms: Researchers focus on developing efficient algorithms for performing cryptographic operations, such as encryption, decryption, key generation, and signature verification. They explore techniques for optimizing performance, reducing computational costs, and enhancing security in cryptographic systems.

Mathematical and Algorithmic Aspects of Applied Cryptology: This area explores the mathematical foundations and algorithmic techniques applied in cryptography. Researchers investigate topics such as cryptographic protocols, complexity theory, and secure communication systems. They aim to develop new insights and solutions that contribute to the advancement of cryptographic technologies.

Secure Elections and Related Cryptographic Constructions: This research area focuses on the security of elections and related cryptographic constructions. Researchers explore the challenges associated with voter verification, ballot secrecy, and election integrity. They investigate the use of cryptographic techniques, such as digital signatures, secure voting systems, and verifiable tallying, to ensure the fairness and transparency of electoral processes.

The conference, despite the challenges posed by the virtual format, attracted a strong international audience, with participants from around the world. The high-quality papers presented at SAC 2021 showcase the latest advancements and innovations in the field of cryptography, making it a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and security professionals.

In conclusion, this book serves as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the cryptographic community in the face of adversity. The selection of revised papers from SAC 2021 showcases the ongoing commitment to advancing cryptographic technologies and promoting security in a rapidly evolving digital world.

Weight: 801g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030992767
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022