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Hyperchaotic color image encryption using eight-base DNA complementary rules and extended Zigzag transform.
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|June 12, 2025
Summary
A novel image encryption method, EDCREZT, uses eight-base DNA computing and an extended Zigzag transform. This hyperchaotic encryption scheme enhances security for color images against unauthorized access and attacks.
Area of Science:
- Computer Science
- Cryptography
- Information Security
Background:
- Image encryption is crucial for protecting digital content.
- Hyperchaotic systems and DNA computing offer promising avenues for robust image encryption.
- Existing methods have limitations in flexibility and complexity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a novel hyperchaotic encryption scheme for color images named EDCREZT.
- To introduce complementary rules for eight-base DNA computing to enhance encryption complexity.
- To develop a new extended Zigzag transform for improved permutation capabilities.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing a four-dimensional (4D) hyperchaotic system.
- Implementing complementary rules of eight-base DNA computing (5040 rules vs. 6 for traditional four-base).
- Applying a new extended Zigzag transform for DNA-level permutation.
- Incorporating pixel-level permutation, dynamic DNA encoding/decoding, and two-round DNA-level diffusion.
Main Results:
- The proposed EDCREZT scheme successfully encrypts color images.
- Extensive experiments demonstrate the scheme's effectiveness.
- EDCREZT shows a satisfying capability against typical security attacks.
Conclusions:
- The EDCREZT scheme effectively leverages eight-base DNA computing and an extended Zigzag transform for secure image encryption.
- The enhanced complexity and flexibility of eight-base DNA computing contribute to a more robust encryption process.
- The proposed method provides a strong defense against various security threats in image protection.

