Generating Cryptographic Function Parameters From a Puzzle

摘要

Methods, systems, and computer programs for generating cryptographic function parameters are described. In some examples, a solution to a puzzle is obtained. A pseudorandom generator is seeded based on the solution. After seeding the pseudorandom generator, an output from the pseudorandom generator is obtained. A parameter for a cryptographic function is generated. The parameter is generated from the output from the pseudorandom generator.

主权项

1. A cryptography method comprising:
obtaining a solution to a puzzle; seeding a pseudorandom generator based on the solution; after seeding the pseudorandom generator, obtaining an output from the pseudorandom generator; and generating a parameter for a cryptographic function by operation of one or more data processors, the parameter being generated from the output from the pseudorandom generator.