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Brief Related To Cipher Encryption and Decryption

Cipher encryption and decryption are key techniques in cryptography that secure data by transforming readable plaintext into unreadable ciphertext and vice versa. There are various types of ciphers, including classical (substitution and transposition) and modern (symmetric and asymmetric) ciphers, with algorithms like AES and RSA being prominent examples. The importance of ciphers lies in their ability to protect sensitive data, ensure integrity, and enable secure communication in the digital realm.

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Brief Related To Cipher Encryption and Decryption

Cipher encryption and decryption are key techniques in cryptography that secure data by transforming readable plaintext into unreadable ciphertext and vice versa. There are various types of ciphers, including classical (substitution and transposition) and modern (symmetric and asymmetric) ciphers, with algorithms like AES and RSA being prominent examples. The importance of ciphers lies in their ability to protect sensitive data, ensure integrity, and enable secure communication in the digital realm.

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Brief related to Cipher Encryption and Decryption

What is Cipher Encryption and Decryption?

Cipher encryption and decryption are fundamental techniques in cryptography used to secure
data by converting plaintext (readable data) into ciphertext (unreadable format) and then back
into plaintext when needed.

How It Works:

1. Encryption: Converts plaintext into ciphertext using an encryption algorithm and a key.

2. Decryption: Converts ciphertext back to plaintext using a decryption algorithm and the
correct key.

Network security model


Types of Ciphers:

1. Classical Ciphers (Simple & Historical)

o Substitution Ciphers (e.g., Caesar Cipher, Vigenère Cipher) – Replace letters with
different letters.

o Transposition Ciphers (e.g., Rail Fence Cipher) – Rearrange characters without


changing them.

2. Modern Ciphers (Advanced & Secure)

o Symmetric Encryption (e.g., AES, DES, Blowfish) – Uses the same key for
encryption and decryption.

o Asymmetric Encryption (e.g., RSA, ECC) – Uses a pair of public and private keys
for encryption and decryption.

Types of Cryptographic Algorithm

• Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)

AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) is a popular encryption algorithm which uses the same key
for encryption and decryption It is a symmetric block cipher algorithm with block size of 128
bits, 192 bits or 256 bits. AES algorithm is widely regarded as the replacement of DES (Data
encryption standard) algorithm, which we will learn more about later in this article.

There are many types of AES depending on the rounds:

• AES-128 uses 10 rounds

• AES-192 uses 12 rounds

• AES-256 uses 14 rounds

The more rounds there are, the safer the encryption. This is why AES-256 is considered the
safest encryption.

• Data Encryption Standard (DES)

DES is an older encryption algorithm that is used to convert 64-bit plaintext data into 48-bit
encrypted ciphertext. It uses symmetric keys (which means same key for encryption and
decryption). It is kind of old by today's standard but can be used as a basic building block for
learning newer encryption algorithms.

• RSA Algorithm (Rivest, Shamir, Adleman Algorithm)

So, RSA is an basic asymmetric cryptographic algorithm which uses two different keys for
encryption. The RSA algorithm works on a block cipher concept that converts plain text into
cipher text and vice versa.

Importance of Ciphers in Cybersecurity

• Protects sensitive data from unauthorized access.

• Ensures data integrity by preventing modifications.

• Enables secure communication (e.g., messaging apps, banking transactions).

• Forms the basis for digital security (e.g., SSL/TLS, VPNs, blockchain).

Conclusion

Cipher encryption and decryption are essential for modern cybersecurity, ensuring privacy and
data security across digital platforms.

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