Advanced 3D Image Encryption for Multiple RGB Images Using Hybrid Chaotic Maps

Advanced 3D Image Encryption for Multiple RGB Images Using Hybrid Chaotic Maps | Research Square window.SnipcartSettings = { analytics: { enabled: false } }; (function() { var accessVector = localStorage.getItem('access_vector') || ''; window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; if (accessVector) { window.dataLayer.push({ user: { profile: { profileInfo: { snid: accessVector } } } }); } })(); (function(w,d,s,l,i){w[l]=w[l]||[];w[l].push({'gtm.start':new Date().getTime(),event:'gtm.js'});var f=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],j=d.createElement(s),dl=l!='dataLayer'?'&l='+l:'';j.async=true;j.src='https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtm.js?id='+i+dl;f.parentNode.insertBefore(j,f);})(window,document,'script','dataLayer','GTM-K279D39R'); Browse Preprints In Review Journals COVID-19 Preprints AJE Video Bytes Research Tools Research Promotion AJE Professional Editing AJE Rubriq About Preprint Platform In Review Editorial Policies Our Team Advisory Board Help Center Sign In Submit a Preprint Cite Share Download PDF Research Article Advanced 3D Image Encryption for Multiple RGB Images Using Hybrid Chaotic Maps Muhammad Hanif, Fida Ur Rahman This is a preprint; it has not been peer reviewed by a journal. https://doi.org/ 10.21203/rs.3.rs-6721172/v1 This work is licensed under a CC BY 4.0 License Status: Posted Version 1 posted You are reading this latest preprint version Abstract This paper presents a novel encryption scheme for securing multiple RGB images, addressing the limitations of traditional single-image encryption techniques in real-world applications. By integrating two chaotic maps and utilizing efficient row and column swapping operations within a 3D space, our approach offers significant improvements in both security and resilience. The encryption process involves the random selection of pairs of image components, followed by iterative swapping of their rows and columns, which introduces a high degree of confusion and strengthens the security of the pixel data. To generate the random numbers essential for encryption, we employ the Intertwining-Logistic Map (ILM) and the Improved-Piecewise Linear Chaotic Map (MPWLCM). The ILM generates three distinct random streams that enhance confusion, while the MPWLCM produces a fourth stream to facilitate diffusion. Additionally, we incorporate a SHA-256 hash value and a 256-bit user key to further increase security by expanding the key space and enhancing sensitivity to plaintext variations. Extensive simulations and security evaluations demonstrate the proposed scheme’s robustness against a variety of attacks, showcasing its practical applicability as a promising solution for the secure protection of image data in real-world scenarios. Information Retrieval and Management Multiple images encryption cryptography RGB image 3D chaos Full Text Additional Declarations The authors declare no competing interests. Cite Share Download PDF Status: Posted Version 1 posted You are reading this latest preprint version Research Square lets you share your work early, gain feedback from the community, and start making changes to your manuscript prior to peer review in a journal. As a division of Research Square Company, we’re committed to making research communication faster, fairer, and more useful. We do this by developing innovative software and high quality services for the global research community. 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