Use of Entropy Pools Obtained from Optimisation Based Random Number Generators in S-Box Generation and Performance Analysis of Image Encryption

Authors : Eyüp Eröz, Erkan Tanyıldızı

Pages : 38-49

Doi:10.46810/tdfd.1689675

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Publication Date : 2025-12-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study analyzes how optimization algorithms and random number generators jointly produce random numbers (the entropy pool) used to generate S-boxes for image encryption. As a result of running the Bat Algorithm (BA), Golden Sine Search Algorithm - 2 (GoldSA-2) and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) algorithms together with Linear Feedback Shift Register (LFSR) and Delayed Fibonacci Generators (LFG), initial configurations suitable for generator structures and successfully passing the NIST SP 800-22 test functions, which is our objective function, were determined. Random number sequences that pass 15/15 of the NIST tests accepted in the literature are transferred to the entropy pool. Chi-square and autocorrelation analyses of the random numbers taken from the entropy pool, which are other test methods, are evaluated, and the success of the random numbers obtained with successful results in the areas of S-boxing and image encryption applications is shown. The effectiveness of random numbers in practical applications is investigated by using S-box analysis and image encryption analysis metrics. The findings show that high-quality entropy pools, obtained from optimization-based random number generators, exhibit superior cryptographic properties compared to conventional methods in S-box generation and image encryption applications.
Keywords : Optimizasyon Algoritmaları, Entropi Havuzu, S-kutusu, Görüntü Şifreleme

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