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IDEA is the name of the patented and universally applicable block encryption algorithm. With a key of 128 bits in length, IDEA is far more secure than the widely known DES based on a 56-bit key. The algorithm is used worldwide in various banking and industry applications.

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IDEA (Research1)

IDEA is the name of the patented and universally applicable block encryption algorithm. With a key of 128 bits in length, IDEA is far more secure than the widely known DES based on a 56-bit key. The algorithm is used worldwide in various banking and industry applications.

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International Data Encryption Algorithm

The IDEA data encryption algorithm...

IDEA is the name of the patented and universally applicable block encryption algorithm, which permits the effective protection of transmitted and stored data against unauthorized access by third parties. With a key of 128 bits in length, IDEA is far more secure than the widely known DES based on a 56-bit key. The fundamental criteria for the development of IDEA were military strength for all security requirements and easy hardware and software implementation. The algorithm is used worldwide in various banking and industry applications. They predestine the algorithm for use in a great number of commercial applications. IDEA algorithm The IDEA algorithm was developed in a joint project involving the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich and Ascom.

provides high level security not based on


keeping the algorithm a secret, but rather upon ignorance of the secret key

is fully specified and easily understood is available to everybody is suitable for use in a wide range of
applications

can be economically implemented in


electronic components (VLSI chip)

can be used efficiently may be exported worldwide is strong, small and fast

The aim of the project was to develop a strong encryption algorithm, which would replace the DES procedure developed in the U.S.A. in the seventies.

MediaCrypt and the IDEA logo are trademarks of MediaCrypt AG, Switzerland. IDEA is a trademark of Ascom AG, Switzerland. Copyright 2004 by MediaCrypt AG Factsheet IDEA_0304

IDEA International Data Encryption Algorithm

Data protection by means of encryption As electronic communications grow in importance, there is also an increasing need for data protection. Encryption ensures that:

Applications The IDEA algorithm can easily be embedded in any encryption software. Data encryption can be used to protect data transmission and storage. Typical fields are:

Our products and services

IDEA algorithm in ANSI C/C++, and Java


code

Crypto toolkit for optimized implementation of IDEA into products

Only authorized persons can access information.

Audio and video data for cable TV, pay TV,


video conferencing, distance learning, business TV, VoIP

Data cannot be amended or manipulated


by unauthorized persons.

IDEA crypt-kernel Security consulting/engineering for secure


data, voice and video communication solutions How secure is IDEA It would take one billion computers testing one billion combinations per second, 10'000 billion years to crack the code (2128 variants) - longer than the universe has existed. Licenses Companies wishing to deploy the IDEA algorithm on a commercial basis can obtain a license in return for a small fee. There are several types of licenses available. Additional licensing information is available on our web page at: www.mediacrypt.com ...at a glance

Unbreakable crypt system warrants military strength security level. IDEA solutions When PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) was designed, the developers were looking for maximum security. IDEA was their first choice for data encryption based on its proven design and its great reputation. Today, there are hundreds of IDEA-based security solutions available. IDEA registration in standards

Sensitive financial and commercial data Email via public networks Transmission links via modem, router or
ATM link, GSM technology

Smart cards
Hardware The IDEA crypt-kernel is the right choice whenever maximum security combined with high-speed performance is demanded. This kernel features extraordinary encryption/ decryption performance in the range of 7 Gbit/s and is designed for any kind of hardware implementation.

ISO 9979/002: ISO Register of Cryptographic Algorithms

UN/EDIFACT: EDIFACT Security Implementation Guidelines

ITU-T Recommendation H.233: Confidentiality System for Audiovisual Services

IETF RFC 3058: Use of the IDEA Encryption Algorithm in CMS

TBSS: Telematic Base Security Services OpenSSL Cryptographic Library WAP Wireless Transport Layer Security NESSIE (New European Schemes for Signature, Integrity, and Encryption): Call for Cryptographic Primitives finalist

Strong, small, fast Resistant against all known crypto attacks Available worldwide Patent protection EU: 0 482 154 B1 US: 5,214,703 JP: 3,225,440 B2

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ISO NP 18033: Encryption algorithms

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