Appraisal of a Random Bit Generator Utilizing Smartphone Sensors as Entropy Source

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Abstract

We aim to access entropy sources available within smartphones in order to construct and evaluate a random number generator which is competitive in comparison with existing and proven random number generators. A prototype utilizing the herein proposed algorithm shall generate data that can be tested against the Statistical Test Suit provided by NIST. Although our initial intention of using cosmic radiation failed, we were able to extract randomness from incoming video and audio sources. We found that it is possible to access these sources of entropy utilizing sensors from smartphones resulting in 15 out of 15 successfully passed tests within the Statistical Test Suit. We also found that incorrect methods of sensor data collection using our prototype eventually generates weak random numbers and fails NIST's Statistical Test Suit. Finally, we suggest that in order to reach the initial goal of providing a smartphone-based true nondeterministic random number generator, the detection of muons should be researched.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2022 International Conference on Electrical, Computer, Communications and Mechatronics Engineering, ICECCME 2022
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781665470957
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2022
Event2022 International Conference on Electrical, Computer, Communications and Mechatronics Engineering: ICECCME 2022 - Male, Maldives
Duration: 16 Nov 202218 Nov 2022

Conference

Conference2022 International Conference on Electrical, Computer, Communications and Mechatronics Engineering
Abbreviated titleICECCME 2022
Country/TerritoryMaldives
CityMale
Period16/11/2218/11/22

Keywords

  • Communications
  • Computer Engineering
  • Cryptography
  • Cyber Security
  • Information Security
  • Mobile Communication
  • Networks and Security
  • Privacy
  • Security
  • Software Engineering

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Automotive Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Hardware and Architecture
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment

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