17830985. DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING HOMOMORPHIC ENCRYPTION OPERATION AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING HOMOMORPHIC ENCRYPTION OPERATION AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Youngsik Moon of Suwon-si (KR)
Jiyoup Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)
DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING HOMOMORPHIC ENCRYPTION OPERATION AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17830985 titled 'DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING HOMOMORPHIC ENCRYPTION OPERATION AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a device that supports a homomorphic encryption operation. Here is a simplified explanation of the abstract:
- The device includes a circuit that converts ciphertexts of one size to ciphertexts of a different size.
- It can convert ciphertexts of a larger size to ciphertexts of a smaller size and vice versa.
- The device can perform a homomorphic encryption operation on the converted ciphertexts.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Secure data processing: Homomorphic encryption allows for performing computations on encrypted data without decrypting it, which can be useful in scenarios where data privacy is crucial.
- Cloud computing: Homomorphic encryption can enable secure computation on data stored in the cloud, protecting sensitive information from being exposed to the cloud provider.
- Collaborative data analysis: Multiple parties can perform computations on encrypted data without revealing the underlying information, facilitating secure collaboration.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Data privacy: Homomorphic encryption ensures that sensitive data remains encrypted throughout computations, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
- Secure outsourcing: By enabling computation on encrypted data, this technology allows organizations to outsource data processing tasks without compromising data privacy.
- Compliance with regulations: Homomorphic encryption can help organizations comply with data protection regulations by ensuring that sensitive data is not exposed during processing.
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhanced data security: Homomorphic encryption provides an additional layer of security by allowing computations on encrypted data, reducing the risk of data breaches.
- Increased privacy: By enabling computation on encrypted data, this technology ensures that the underlying information remains private, even during processing.
- Flexibility in data processing: The ability to convert ciphertexts of different sizes allows for more flexible and efficient homomorphic encryption operations.
Original Abstract Submitted
A device for supporting a homomorphic encryption operation includes a ciphertext conversion circuit configured to convert first ciphertexts corresponding to a first operation size to second ciphertexts corresponding to a second operation size, different from the first operation size, to convert the operated ciphertext having the second operation size to a third ciphertexts corresponding to the first operation size, and to perform a homomorphic encryption operation on the second ciphertexts.
