Topics in Cryptology - CT-RSA 2023: Cryptographers' Track at the RSA Conference 2023, San Francisco, CA, USA, April 24-27, 2023, Proceedings

This book presents the refereed proceedings of the Cryptographer's Track at the RSA Conference 2023, covering various topics in cryptography, including implementations, quantum cryptanalysis, advanced public-key encryption, privacy-enhancing technologies, symmetric cryptanalysis, multiparty protocols, digital signatures, fault attacks, and side channels.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 702 pages
Publication date: 19 April 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The Cryptographer's Track at the RSA Conference 2023, CT-RSA 2023, held in San Francisco, CA, USA, in April 2023, featured a remarkable collection of 26 full papers. These papers, after rigorous review and selection from a pool of 76 submissions, showcased the latest advancements and cutting-edge research in the field of cryptography. The conference covered a wide range of topics, including Cryptographic Implementations, Quantum Cryptanalysis, Advanced Public-Key Encryption, Tools for Privacy-Enhancing Technologies, Symmetric Cryptanalysis, Multiparty Protocols, Digital Signatures, Fault Attacks and Side Channels, Heuristic Approaches, Symmetric-Key Constructions, and Key Agreement.

Cryptographic Implementations:
The papers in this section delved into the design, analysis, and implementation of various cryptographic algorithms and protocols. Researchers presented innovative techniques for secure communication, key exchange, and data encryption, addressing the challenges posed by modern computing environments.

Quantum Cryptanalysis:
Quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize cryptography, but it also poses significant threats to existing cryptographic systems. The papers in this section explored the vulnerabilities of classical cryptographic algorithms under quantum attacks and proposed new quantum-resistant cryptographic protocols.

Advanced Public-Key Encryption:
Public-key encryption is a cornerstone of modern cryptography, providing secure communication and authentication. The papers in this section discussed the latest developments in public-key encryption algorithms, such as elliptic curve cryptography (ECC) and post-quantum cryptography (PQC).

Tools for Privacy-Enhancing Technologies:
With the growing concerns about privacy and surveillance, there is a need for tools and technologies that can enhance privacy protection. The papers in this section presented innovative approaches to privacy-enhancing technologies, such as secure messaging, anonymous communication, and data anonymization.

Symmetric Cryptanalysis:
Symmetric cryptography is a widely used encryption method that relies on the same key for both encryption and decryption. The papers in this section explored the vulnerabilities of symmetric cryptographic algorithms and proposed new techniques for improving their security.

Multiparty Protocols:
Multiparty protocols are essential for secure communication in distributed systems. The papers in this section discussed the design, analysis, and implementation of various multiparty protocols, such as secure multi-party computation (SMC) and threshold cryptography.

Digital Signatures:
Digital signatures are used to authenticate the sender and verify the integrity of digital messages. The papers in this section presented the latest developments in digital signature algorithms, such as elliptic curve digital signatures (ECDSA) and hash-based signatures.

Fault Attacks and Side Channels:
Fault attacks and side channels are techniques that exploit vulnerabilities in cryptographic systems by monitoring physical or environmental characteristics. The papers in this section explored the detection and mitigation of fault attacks and side channels in cryptographic protocols.

Heuristic Approaches:
Heuristic approaches are used to analyze and evaluate the security of cryptographic systems. The papers in this section presented new heuristic techniques for identifying weaknesses in cryptographic protocols and algorithms.

Symmetric-Key Constructions:
Symmetric-key cryptography is a widely used encryption method that relies on the same key for both encryption and decryption. The papers in this section explored the design and analysis of various symmetric-key constructions, such as stream ciphers and block ciphers.

Key Agreement:
Key agreement is a critical component of secure communication in distributed systems. The papers in this section discussed the design, analysis, and implementation of various key agreement protocols, such as Diffie-Hellman key exchange and elliptic curve key agreement.

In conclusion, the Cryptographer's Track at the RSA Conference 2023, CT-RSA 2023, showcased a vibrant and dynamic community of cryptography researchers. The 26 full papers presented in this volume covered a wide range of topics, reflecting the state-of-the-art in cryptography research. The conference provided a platform for researchers to exchange ideas, share expertise, and collaborate on developing new cryptographic protocols and technologies that will secure our digital future.

Weight: 1080g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031308710
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023