Cryptography Algorithms: Explore New Algorithms in Zero-knowledge, Homomorphic Encryption, and Quantum Cryptography

Get a head start in real-world cryptography by learning the logic of algorithms that defend against attacks, and explore the latest in IoT homomorphic encryption and quantum cryptography

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Key FeaturesExplore the basic principles and history of cryptographyIdentify key vulnerabilities and evaluate how cryptographic algorithms defend against attacksBecome a forward-thinking cryptographer by learning the new protocols in zero knowledge, homomorphic encryption and quantum cryptographyBook Description

This updated edition takes you on an journey through the realm of cryptographic science, providing an in-depth exploration of its history, principles, and the latest cutting-edge developments.

You will learn the mathematical logic of how algorithms encrypt and decrypt messages, introducing more complex math as the book progresses. By getting your foot in the door with how elliptic curves, zero knowledge protocols, homomorphic encryption, and quantum computing shape today’s cybersecurity landscape and its attacks and defenses, you will have the groundwork on which to build professional cryptographic experience.

This edition will help keep you up to date with the most innovative cryptographic algorithms, ensuring you’re well-prepared to navigate the rapidly evolving world of data privacy and cybersecurity. With a focus on emerging trends and challenges, including quantum cryptography you’ll acquire the knowledge needed to stay at the forefront of this dynamic field.

With the latest updates and an expanded scope, this new edition ensures you’re well-prepared to face the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity with confidence and expertise.

What you will learnGet to grips with essential encryption algorithms and their logical basicsIdentify the key vulnerabilities of AES, RSA, and many other symmetric and asymmetric algorithmsApply the logic and mathematics behind cryptographic attacks on asymmetric encryptionDiscover emerging technologies like zero-knowledge protocols and homomorphic encryptionUnderstand fundamentals of lightweight encryption for IoT and discover a new algorithm in this fieldDive deep into quantum cryptography with the Shor and Grover algorithmsWho this book is for

This book is for beginners who are IT professionals, students, cybersecurity enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to develop skills in modern cryptography and build a successful cybersecurity career. The book systematically addresses mathematical issues related to the algorithms that may arise. However, a prior knowledge of university-level mathematics, algebra, its main operators, modular mathematics, and finite fields theory is required. Some knowledge of elliptic curves and quantum computing, especially matrices and plotting curves would also be beneficial to get the most out of this book.

Table of ContentsDeep Dive into CryptographySymmetric Encryption AlgorithmsAsymmetric Encryption AlgorithmsHash Functions and Digital SignaturesZero-Knowledge ProtocolsNew Inventions in Cryptography and Logical AttacksElliptic CurvesHomomorphic Encryption and Crypto Search EngineQuantum CryptographyQuantum Search Algorithms and Quantum Computing

From the Publisher

Sharpen your cryptography math skills

The new edition of Cryptography Algorithms is more mathematical than ever, with step-by-step demonstrations of algorithms. You’ll learn the essential mathematical building blocks, such as modulus, and encounter more advanced math as you go.

You’ll also learn the mathematical basis of a few attacks on these algorithms, giving you a logical understanding of their security.

An eye to the quantum future

As cryptography experiences radical changes due to the advent of quantum computing, new attacks will develop, and the safety of algorithms will change. The second edition of Cryptography Algorithms will help you take your first steps into quantum cryptography, introducing the logic behind quantum search and evaluating the threat to algorithms posed by quantum computing. Equipped with this knowledge, you will be in a better position to evaluate cryptography algorithms and how they may need to be implemented in the future.

From oldest to newest

The second edition of Cryptography Algorithms is structured as a journey through cryptography, beginning with algorithms used by ancient Romans all the way to new inventions by the author himself. Along the way, you’ll encounter unsolved mysteries in cryptography, abandoned ideas for the protection of US dollars, and award-winning machines.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CQ58MB7F
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Packt Publishing; 2nd edition (August 12, 2024)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 12, 2024
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 15702 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 568 pages