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Ascon v1.2: Lightweight Authenticated Encryption and Hashing

Authors:
Christoph Dobraunig
Maria Eichlseder
Florian Mendel
Martin Schläffer
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DOI: 10.1007/s00145-021-09398-9
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Abstract: Authenticated encryption satisfies the basic need for authenticity and confidentiality in our information infrastructure. In this paper, we provide the specification of Ascon -128 and Ascon -128a. Both authenticated encryption algorithms provide efficient authenticated encryption on resource-constrained devices and on high-end CPUs. Furthermore, they have been selected as the “primary choice” for lightweight authenticated encryption in the final portfolio of the CAESAR competition. In addition, we specify the hash function Ascon-Hash , and the extendable output function Ascon-Xof . Moreover, we complement the specification by providing a detailed overview of existing cryptanalysis and implementation results.
BibTeX
@article{jofc-2021-31760,
  title={Ascon v1.2: Lightweight Authenticated Encryption and Hashing},
  journal={Journal of Cryptology},
  publisher={Springer},
  volume={34},
  doi={10.1007/s00145-021-09398-9},
  author={Christoph Dobraunig and Maria Eichlseder and Florian Mendel and Martin Schläffer},
  year=2021
}