The Keccak Hash Engine is renowned for its adaptability and capability, primarily recognized as a cryptographic hash function. Its core structure is based on a unique sponge construction featuring the Keccak-f cryptographic permutation, allowing for extensive customization in output length and security strength. This flexibility has secured its adoption in mobile telephony standards like 3GPP TS 35.231 and NIST standards, namely FIPS 202 and SP 800-185.
Capable of executing hash functions and providing support for authentication, encryption, and pseudo-random number generation, the Keccak Hash Engine is a versatile asset in various cryptographic applications. Its design rests on simplicity and ease of integration, coupled with a single clock domain to ensure seamless deployment and operation across platforms.
Due to its extensively verified code, the Keccak Hash Engine is dependable for applications demanding high security levels, like blockchain, random number generation, and authentication protocols. Available in System Verilog RTL, it is suitable for diverse industrial applications that demand robust cryptographic functions adaptable to evolving security needs.
