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HyphaCrypt[edit]

HyphaCrypt is the custom cryptographic and encoding framework designed specifically for Seigr’s Urcelial-net and its foundational .seigr file format. Inspired by the adaptive, self-sustaining properties of fungal hyphal networks, HyphaCrypt ensures secure, scalable, and resilient data encoding, encryption, and verification across Seigr’s decentralized architecture. Utilizing advanced cryptographic strategies, including senary (base-6) encoding, layered hashing, adaptive salting, and a secure pseudo-random number generator (PRNG), HyphaCrypt provides the Seigr ecosystem with a robust means to manage and protect data integrity and lineage.

Purpose of HyphaCrypt[edit]

The Seigr Urcelial-net aims to offer a secure, transparent, and ethical decentralized data ecosystem. Central to these goals is a cryptographic framework that ensures data authenticity, integrity, and traceability across nodes, segments, and capsule layers. HyphaCrypt facilitates secure encoding, data replication, and tamper-proof lineage tracking within the Seigr network, leveraging unique transformations and high-entropy hashing to uphold data resilience. This adaptive cryptographic structure is a cornerstone of Seigr’s strategy to create a decentralized, eco-aligned data management model.

Key Features of HyphaCrypt[edit]

HyphaCrypt’s design brings together various cryptographic principles and transformations to protect Seigr’s .seigr files, capsules, and Seigr Cells. Major features include:

Senary Encoding: Converts binary data to base-6 encoding, compacting data for Seigr Cells and enhancing security through non-binary encoding.
Substitution-Permutation Network (SPN) Transformations: Applies bitwise transformations to create non-linear encoding pathways, reducing predictability.
Hierarchical Hashing (SHA-256 & SHA-512): Creates integrity checks at both file and cluster levels, securing Seigr Cells within their capsules and larger clusters.
Dynamic Salt Generation: Ensures each file and segment’s hash is unique, adding tamper resistance and protecting against rainbow table attacks.
Secure Xorshift-based PRNG: Generates high-entropy randomness critical for encoding, salting, and pseudo-random transformations.

Technical Overview[edit]

HyphaCrypt combines adaptive encoding, secure hashing, and position-based transformations to create a cryptographic structure that protects Seigr files in the Urcelial-net. Its components are detailed below.

Senary Encoding and Decoding[edit]

Senary encoding is central to HyphaCrypt’s data handling, transforming binary data to base-6 representation and thereby aligning with Seigr’s eco-conscious principles by reducing redundancy and optimizing storage.

Senary Encoding Function: Converts each byte into a base-6 sequence, creating a compact representation and obscuring the original binary structure. Let $x$ represent an input byte, the senary transformation function $f(x)$ maps $x$ to its base-6 equivalent:

  $f(x)=\sum _{i=0}^{n-1}d_{i}\cdot 6^{i}$ 
 
 where  $d_{i}$  are the digits in base-6 of  $x$ . This function not only compresses data but creates a unique encoding pattern for Seigr Cells.

Substitution-Permutation Network (SPN) Transformation: Involves position-dependent bitwise transformations, introducing unique encoding sequences for each byte and effectively scattering its data structure. This ensures that tampering with one byte disrupts the segment’s entire encoding pattern.

Example Encoding Process:

Binary Input: [01010111]
SPN Transformation: [11101001]
Base-6 Encoded: "32"

Multi-Level Hashing System[edit]

HyphaCrypt applies a hierarchical hashing structure to create secure references within and between Seigr Cells, .seigr files, and data clusters, enabling modular data verification and decentralized traceability.

Primary Hashing (SHA-256): Each Seigr Cell generates a unique SHA-256 hash, securing each segment independently within a capsule.
Cluster-Level Hashing (SHA-512): Seigr Cell clusters are hashed collectively, creating a cluster-level SHA-512 hash that verifies the integrity of individual segment hashes within a capsule.

Hash Integrity Model: Let each segment hash be represented as $h_{i}$ for segments $i\in \{1,2,\ldots ,n\}$ . The cluster-level hash $H_{c}$ is computed as:

$H_{c}={\text{SHA-512}}(h_{1}\parallel h_{2}\parallel \ldots \parallel h_{n})$

where $\parallel$ denotes concatenation. This layered model supports Seigr’s need for tamper-resistant, traceable data organization.

Dynamic Salting Mechanism[edit]

Dynamic salt generation within HyphaCrypt reinforces cryptographic randomness, introducing high entropy for secure hashes and preventing hash value predictability.

Salt Formula: Each salt value $s$ is generated by combining a UUID with high-resolution timestamp data and PRNG output:

  $s={\text{UUID}}\oplus {\text{Timestamp}}\oplus {\text{PRNG}}$

 Here,  $\oplus$  represents XOR. This salt value is added to each segment’s encoding, creating a secure layer of uniqueness for each Seigr Cell.

Salt Injection: Each salt value varies dynamically based on node entropy and data frequency, ensuring that similar data in different capsules or nodes cannot share the same hash.

Secure Pseudo-Random Number Generation (Xorshift)[edit]

HyphaCrypt’s PRNG supplies the entropy needed for encryption and salting, based on the Xorshift algorithm, chosen for its high speed and randomness.

Xorshift Mechanics: The PRNG generates a sequence $X_{n}$ with high entropy, using bitwise shifts:

  $X_{n+1}=X_{n}\oplus (X_{n}<<a)\oplus (X_{n}>>b)\oplus (X_{n}<<c)$

 Constants  $a$ ,  $b$ , and  $c$  control randomness, which is cycled to inject entropy into salt and encoding operations.

Security Benefits of HyphaCrypt[edit]

HyphaCrypt’s cryptographic structure supports Seigr’s commitment to resilience, security, and data ethics by protecting data at every stage.

Enhanced Data Obfuscation: SPN transformations and senary encoding complicate direct reverse engineering of Seigr Cell data.
High-Entropy Encryption: Dynamic salting and Xorshift PRNG generate high entropy, making each capsule’s hash unique and resistant to external attacks.
Tamper Detection: SHA-256 and SHA-512 hash validations detect any alterations, immediately flagging tampered data.
Decentralized, Self-Contained Security: HyphaCrypt’s native cryptographic solutions do not rely on third-party libraries, reducing security risks and enabling independent resilience.

Applications within Seigr Urcelial-net[edit]

HyphaCrypt underpins key data handling functions within Seigr, ensuring each operation is secure, traceable, and resilient.

Adaptive Replication and Demand-Based Scaling: With the 6RR Mechanism, HyphaCrypt dynamically adjusts replication based on demand, ensuring high-access capsules are secure and accessible.
Contributor Verification and Traceability: Hashes allow Seigr to track and verify contributions securely, supporting Seigr’s ethical data model.
Tamper-Proof Lineage Tracking: Data lineage is secured using hash chains across Temporal Layers, documenting each capsule’s history without risk of unauthorized modification.

Conclusion[edit]

HyphaCrypt is a foundational technology within Seigr’s data protocol, combining advanced cryptographic security with adaptive, eco-conscious design principles. By providing secure senary encoding, layered hashing, dynamic salting, and PRNG-based transformations, HyphaCrypt positions Seigr to offer a decentralized, resilient data ecosystem. This adaptable cryptographic infrastructure aligns with Seigr’s mission of creating an ethical, transparent, and community-driven digital space that respects both data integrity and sustainability.

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 = HyphaCrypt =
-'''HyphaCrypt''' is the custom cryptographic and encoding tool designed for the [[Seigr Urcelial-net|Seigr Urcelial-net]]'s [[.seg|.seg file format]]. Inspired by the natural resilience and structure of hyphal networks, HyphaCrypt supports secure, efficient, and adaptable data encoding, encryption, and integrity verification. Its unique, nature-inspired approach allows the Seigr network to handle sensitive data with a robust level of security, ensuring traceability and resilience in a decentralized ecosystem.
+'''HyphaCrypt''' is the custom cryptographic and encoding framework designed specifically for Seigr’s [[Special:MyLanguage/Urcelial-net|Urcelial-net]] and its foundational [[Special:MyLanguage/.seigr|.seigr file format]]. Inspired by the adaptive, self-sustaining properties of fungal hyphal networks, HyphaCrypt ensures secure, scalable, and resilient data encoding, encryption, and verification across Seigr’s decentralized architecture. Utilizing advanced cryptographic strategies, including senary (base-6) encoding, layered hashing, adaptive salting, and a secure pseudo-random number generator (PRNG), HyphaCrypt provides the Seigr ecosystem with a robust means to manage and protect data integrity and lineage.
-HyphaCrypt combines '''senary encoding''' (base-6 encoding) with a multi-layered cryptographic approach. It includes features like '''multi-phase transformations''', '''adaptive hashing''', and '''dynamic salting'''. These enhancements protect data from unauthorized access, tampering, and reverse engineering while ensuring traceability and flexibility.
 == Purpose of HyphaCrypt ==
-In a decentralized network like Seigr Urcelial-net, data security and authenticity are essential. With the modular design of `.seg` files, HyphaCrypt provides both an encoding system and cryptographic infrastructure to ensure that each `.seg` file maintains its integrity, authenticity, and accessibility throughout its lifecycle. By applying nature-inspired cryptographic principles, HyphaCrypt supports the network’s commitment to an inclusive, resilient, and transparent system.
+The Seigr Urcelial-net aims to offer a secure, transparent, and ethical decentralized data ecosystem. Central to these goals is a cryptographic framework that ensures data authenticity, integrity, and traceability across nodes, segments, and capsule layers. HyphaCrypt facilitates secure encoding, data replication, and tamper-proof lineage tracking within the Seigr network, leveraging unique transformations and high-entropy hashing to uphold data resilience. This adaptive cryptographic structure is a cornerstone of Seigr’s strategy to create a decentralized, eco-aligned data management model.
 == Key Features of HyphaCrypt ==
-HyphaCrypt introduces advanced cryptographic and encoding processes that balance security with flexibility. These features make HyphaCrypt suitable for managing and securing the `.seg` file format across diverse devices, including those with limited resources. Key features include:
+HyphaCrypt’s design brings together various cryptographic principles and transformations to protect Seigr’s .seigr files, capsules, and Seigr Cells. Major features include:
-* '''Senary Encoding''': Converts binary data into base-6 format for compact, accessible storage and retrieval. This encoding is unique to HyphaCrypt and is a core element in creating `.seg` files.
+* '''Senary Encoding''': Converts binary data to base-6 encoding, compacting data for Seigr Cells and enhancing security through non-binary encoding.
-* '''Progressive Senary Transformations''': Each byte of data undergoes a series of transformations, including bit rotations and nonlinear permutations, to add security and complexity.
+* '''Substitution-Permutation Network (SPN) Transformations''': Applies bitwise transformations to create non-linear encoding pathways, reducing predictability.
-* '''Adaptive Hashing with Multi-Primes''': A robust, custom hashing function that uses multiple prime numbers, salt, and optional keys to enhance security and resistance to attack.
+* '''Hierarchical Hashing (SHA-256 & SHA-512)''': Creates integrity checks at both file and cluster levels, securing Seigr Cells within their capsules and larger clusters.
-* '''Dynamic Salting Mechanism''': Generates salts dynamically based on factors like timestamp and entropy, ensuring each hash is unique and difficult to predict.
+* '''Dynamic Salt Generation''': Ensures each file and segment’s hash is unique, adding tamper resistance and protecting against rainbow table attacks.
-* '''Secure Pseudo-Random Number Generator (PRNG)''': Provides entropy and randomness for HyphaCrypt’s cryptographic operations, enhancing security without relying on external libraries.
+* '''Secure Xorshift-based PRNG''': Generates high-entropy randomness critical for encoding, salting, and pseudo-random transformations.
 == Technical Overview ==
-HyphaCrypt integrates several cryptographic methods and encoding transformations to create a powerful, self-contained security tool. The sections below detail the technical processes and security strategies that make HyphaCrypt a trusted tool for the Seigr Urcelial-net ecosystem.
+HyphaCrypt combines adaptive encoding, secure hashing, and position-based transformations to create a cryptographic structure that protects Seigr files in the Urcelial-net. Its components are detailed below.
 === Senary Encoding and Decoding ===
-HyphaCrypt’s senary encoding process converts binary data into base-6 format, using only the digits 0-5. This compact encoding method is efficient for distributed systems, enabling data storage in smaller, device-friendly segments.
+Senary encoding is central to HyphaCrypt’s data handling, transforming binary data to base-6 representation and thereby aligning with Seigr’s eco-conscious principles by reducing redundancy and optimizing storage.
-Each byte of binary data is converted as follows:
+* '''Senary Encoding Function''': Converts each byte into a base-6 sequence, creating a compact representation and obscuring the original binary structure. Let <math>x</math> represent an input byte, the senary transformation function <math>f(x)</math> maps <math>x</math> to its base-6 equivalent:
-* The byte undergoes bit rotation, shifting the bits to create a more complex output.
-* The rotated byte is then converted to base-6.
+  <math>f(x) = \sum_{i=0}^{n-1} d_i \cdot 6^i</math>
-* Encoding each byte as two base-6 characters maintains consistency across the `.seg` file, creating a compact, fixed-size output.
+  where <math>d_i</math> are the digits in base-6 of <math>x</math>. This function not only compresses data but creates a unique encoding pattern for Seigr Cells.
-'''Example of Encoding:'''
+* '''Substitution-Permutation Network (SPN) Transformation''': Involves position-dependent bitwise transformations, introducing unique encoding sequences for each byte and effectively scattering its data structure. This ensures that tampering with one byte disrupts the segment’s entire encoding pattern.
-```plaintext
+Example Encoding Process:
+<pre>
 Binary Input: [01010111]
-Bit-Rotated: [11101001]
+SPN Transformation: [11101001]
 Base-6 Encoded: "32"
-```
+</pre>
-=== Progressive Senary Transformations ===
+=== Multi-Level Hashing System ===
-To enhance security, HyphaCrypt’s senary encoding includes progressive transformations that add complexity with each byte encoded. This progressive approach involves:
+HyphaCrypt applies a hierarchical hashing structure to create secure references within and between Seigr Cells, .seigr files, and data clusters, enabling modular data verification and decentralized traceability.
-* '''Bit Rotation''': Each byte is rotated to scramble data patterns, making it more difficult to reverse-engineer the original binary data.
-* '''XOR Transformation''': Each rotated byte undergoes an XOR operation, combined with data from the previous byte, creating a dependency chain between bytes and enhancing data security.
-* '''Decoding Dependency''': To decode, the transformations are reversed, requiring knowledge of the entire sequence to retrieve the original data accurately.
-=== Adaptive Hashing with Multi-Primes ===
+* '''Primary Hashing (SHA-256)''': Each Seigr Cell generates a unique SHA-256 hash, securing each segment independently within a capsule.
+* '''Cluster-Level Hashing (SHA-512)''': Seigr Cell clusters are hashed collectively, creating a cluster-level SHA-512 hash that verifies the integrity of individual segment hashes within a capsule.
-HyphaCrypt’s hashing process is custom-built to handle `.seg` files securely within a decentralized network. Using multiple small prime numbers in a rolling hash structure, this adaptive hashing method provides a robust cryptographic signature for each `.seg` file.
+'''Hash Integrity Model''': Let each segment hash be represented as <math>h_i</math> for segments <math>i \in \{1, 2, \ldots, n\}</math>. The cluster-level hash <math>H_c</math> is computed as:
-* '''Multi-Prime Hashing''': The data is processed using a rolling hash with small prime multipliers (e.g., 31, 37, 41). Each character is hashed with a unique prime, creating a series of hash segments.
+<math>H_c = \text{SHA-512}(h_1 \parallel h_2 \parallel \ldots \parallel h_n)</math>
-* '''Salt and Optional Keying''': A salt is dynamically generated for each hashing operation, adding a layer of uniqueness. Additionally, an optional key can be used, making it a keyed-hash (similar to HMAC) for added security.
-* '''Hash Output''': The final hash is represented as a padded 64-character hexadecimal string, ensuring a consistent output length and enhanced security.
-'''Example of Adaptive Hash Calculation:'''
+where <math>\parallel</math> denotes concatenation. This layered model supports Seigr’s need for tamper-resistant, traceable data organization.
-```plaintext
-Data: "encoded data segment"
-Prime Sequence: [31, 37, 41, 43]
-Salt: "unique_salt_123"
-Adaptive Hash Output: "3a1f...9e4c"
-```
 === Dynamic Salting Mechanism ===
-To prevent predictable patterns, HyphaCrypt implements a dynamic salting mechanism that adds entropy from various sources, including:
+Dynamic salt generation within HyphaCrypt reinforces cryptographic randomness, introducing high entropy for secure hashes and preventing hash value predictability.
-* '''Timestamp-Based Salting''': Uses high-precision time (in microseconds) to create unique salts for each encoding operation.
-* '''Entropy-Based Enhancement''': Combines random values from HyphaCrypt’s PRNG with the timestamp, generating salts that protect against pre-computed attacks like rainbow tables.
+* '''Salt Formula''': Each salt value <math>s</math> is generated by combining a UUID with high-resolution timestamp data and PRNG output:
+  <math>s = \text{UUID} \oplus \text{Timestamp} \oplus \text{PRNG}</math>
+  Here, <math>\oplus</math> represents XOR. This salt value is added to each segment’s encoding, creating a secure layer of uniqueness for each Seigr Cell.
+* '''Salt Injection''': Each salt value varies dynamically based on node entropy and data frequency, ensuring that similar data in different capsules or nodes cannot share the same hash.
-This dynamic salting process ensures that identical data segments will produce unique hashes, even if processed repeatedly.
+=== Secure Pseudo-Random Number Generation (Xorshift) ===
-=== Secure Pseudo-Random Number Generator (PRNG) ===
+HyphaCrypt’s PRNG supplies the entropy needed for encryption and salting, based on the Xorshift algorithm, chosen for its high speed and randomness.
-HyphaCrypt includes a custom PRNG designed to be secure and reliable without depending on external libraries. The PRNG produces random values for encoding and salting processes, enhancing overall security.
+* '''Xorshift Mechanics''': The PRNG generates a sequence <math>X_n</math> with high entropy, using bitwise shifts:
-* '''Time-Based Seed''': The PRNG is initialized with a time-based seed, ensuring entropy and unpredictability.
+  <math>X_{n+1} = X_n \oplus (X_n << a) \oplus (X_n >> b) \oplus (X_n << c)</math>
-* '''Simple Linear Congruential Generator (LCG)''': HyphaCrypt’s PRNG uses an LCG algorithm with a multiplier and incrementer, providing a balance of simplicity and randomness.
-* '''Random Output''': The generated random numbers enhance the cryptographic processes in encoding, hashing, and salting, ensuring HyphaCrypt’s overall robustness.
-'''Example of PRNG Sequence:'''
+  Constants <math>a</math>, <math>b</math>, and <math>c</math> control randomness, which is cycled to inject entropy into salt and encoding operations.
-```plaintext
-Seed: 1623456789
-Random Output: 57892183
-```
-== Security Advantages of HyphaCrypt ==
+== Security Benefits of HyphaCrypt ==
-HyphaCrypt provides several distinct security benefits that make it ideal for managing sensitive data in a decentralized network like Seigr Urcelial-net:
+HyphaCrypt’s cryptographic structure supports Seigr’s commitment to resilience, security, and data ethics by protecting data at every stage.
-* '''Data Obfuscation''': With its bit rotations, XOR transformations, and multi-phase encoding, HyphaCrypt prevents attackers from easily decoding or reversing `.seg` files.
+* '''Enhanced Data Obfuscation''': SPN transformations and senary encoding complicate direct reverse engineering of Seigr Cell data.
-* '''Tamper Detection''': The adaptive hash function’s dependency on salts and prime sequences ensures that any tampering with the data can be immediately detected.
+* '''High-Entropy Encryption''': Dynamic salting and Xorshift PRNG generate high entropy, making each capsule’s hash unique and resistant to external attacks.
-* '''Dynamic Unpredictability''': The dynamic salting and PRNG add an extra layer of unpredictability, protecting data from common cryptographic attacks, such as rainbow tables and hash collisions.
+* '''Tamper Detection''': SHA-256 and SHA-512 hash validations detect any alterations, immediately flagging tampered data.
-* '''Self-Contained Cryptography''': By designing a complete, custom tool, HyphaCrypt avoids reliance on external libraries, reducing dependency risks and allowing for seamless integration into Seigr Urcelial-net’s ecosystem.
+* '''Decentralized, Self-Contained Security''': HyphaCrypt’s native cryptographic solutions do not rely on third-party libraries, reducing security risks and enabling independent resilience.
 == Applications within Seigr Urcelial-net ==
-HyphaCrypt plays a vital role in the Seigr Urcelial-net ecosystem, specifically through its applications in encoding, hashing, and protecting `.seg` files. Key applications include:
+HyphaCrypt underpins key data handling functions within Seigr, ensuring each operation is secure, traceable, and resilient.
-* '''Encoding Data in .seg Files''': Converts data into a compact senary format, enabling distributed storage that is both space-efficient and secure.
+* '''Adaptive Replication and Demand-Based Scaling''': With the [[Special:MyLanguage/6RR Mechanism|6RR Mechanism]], HyphaCrypt dynamically adjusts replication based on demand, ensuring high-access capsules are secure and accessible.
-* '''Generating Cryptographic Hashes''': Creates tamper-proof hashes to maintain data integrity across distributed nodes, ensuring each `.seg` file is linked in a secure chain.
+* '''Contributor Verification and Traceability''': Hashes allow Seigr to track and verify contributions securely, supporting Seigr’s ethical data model.
-* '''Adaptive Replication''': Uses the generated hashes and replication counts to determine when additional `.seg` file copies are needed, ensuring data availability for frequently accessed files.
+* '''Tamper-Proof Lineage Tracking''': Data lineage is secured using hash chains across Temporal Layers, documenting each capsule’s history without risk of unauthorized modification.
-* '''Traceability and Contributor Logging''': Provides a secure way to log contributors within the Seigr network, supporting transparent and ethical digital rights management.
 == Conclusion ==
-HyphaCrypt is more than a cryptographic tool; it is a central element in Seigr Urcelial-net’s mission to provide a secure, decentralized, and community-driven network. Its nature-inspired approach to data security, from senary encoding to adaptive hashing and salting, ensures that Seigr can manage and protect data with a balance of efficiency, integrity, and security. By supporting traceability, accessibility, and decentralized management, HyphaCrypt enables the Seigr network to grow as a trusted, resilient, and transparent ecosystem.
+HyphaCrypt is a foundational technology within Seigr’s data protocol, combining advanced cryptographic security with adaptive, eco-conscious design principles. By providing secure senary encoding, layered hashing, dynamic salting, and PRNG-based transformations, HyphaCrypt positions Seigr to offer a decentralized, resilient data ecosystem. This adaptable cryptographic infrastructure aligns with Seigr’s mission of creating an ethical, transparent, and community-driven digital space that respects both data integrity and sustainability.
-Whether you’re an expert in cryptography or a newcomer to decentralized systems, HyphaCrypt represents a leap forward in the design of cryptographic systems built with resilience, ethics, and accessibility in mind.
+For further information, explore:
+* [[Special:MyLanguage/.seigr|.seigr File Format]]
+* [[Special:MyLanguage/Seigr Cell|Seigr Cell]]
+* [[Special:MyLanguage/Temporal Layer|Temporal Layer]]
+* [[Special:MyLanguage/6RR Mechanism|6RR Mechanism]]
+* [[Special:MyLanguage/Seigr Metadata|Seigr Metadata]]
+* [[Special:MyLanguage/Adaptive Replication|Adaptive Replication]]