Abstract of elgamal cryptosystem:
This postgraduate project introduces an advanced implementation of the elgamal cryptosystem tailored for image encryption and decryption. The project aims to enhance the security and efficiency of cryptographic processes for image data, addressing the limitations of existing methods. The proposed system leverages ElGamal’s mathematical foundation while incorporating novel techniques to optimize performance and fortify security.
Existing System: Current image encryption systems often rely on conventional cryptographic algorithms that may not be optimized for image-specific characteristics. The existing systems may lack robustness against modern cryptographic attacks and may not efficiently handle the unique requirements of image data.
Proposed System: The proposed system presents an Enhanced ElGamal Cryptosystem designed to overcome the limitations of conventional methods. The project incorporates enhancements to the ElGamal algorithm, optimizing it for image-based data encryption and decryption. The system introduces mechanisms to improve speed, security, and adaptability, making it well-suited for applications involving sensitive image information.
System Requirements:
- Minimum system memory and processor requirements to ensure smooth execution.
- Adequate storage space for storing encrypted images and cryptographic keys.
- Secure and reliable network connectivity for data transmission.
Hardware Requirements:
- Standard personal computer or server.
- Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) for accelerating image processing tasks (optional but recommended for performance optimization).
Software Requirements:
- Java Development Kit (JDK) for coding and compiling.
- Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for Java development (e.g., Eclipse, IntelliJ).
- Image processing libraries for Java (e.g., Java Advanced Imaging API).
- Database management system for key storage (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
Architecture: The system follows a client-server architecture. The client module handles image encryption and decryption requests, while the server manages key generation and storage. The ElGamal cryptosystem forms the core of the architecture, supplemented by image processing modules to handle the unique characteristics of image data.
Technologies Used:
- Java for overall system development.
- ElGamal Cryptosystem for encryption and decryption.
- Image processing libraries for Java to handle image-specific operations.
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL) for ensuring secure communication between the client and server.
Web User Interface: The project features a user-friendly web interface for interacting with the system. The interface allows users to upload images for encryption, input encryption parameters, and securely transmit data to the server. The system provides real-time feedback on the encryption and decryption processes, enhancing the user experience.
This project aims to contribute to the field of image security by combining the mathematical foundation of ElGamal with innovative enhancements tailored for image encryption and decryption, ultimately providing a more secure and efficient solution for protecting sensitive image data.
