Cryptography in IoT: Securing the Next Generation of Connected Devices
Sreekanth Pasunuru, Anil Kumar Malipeddi · INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT · 2025
The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized connectivity across diverse industries, linking billions of devices for optimized operations, data-driven insights, and enhanced consumer experiences. However, IoT's vast scale, heterogeneity, and resource-constrained devices introduce severe security challenges, with data integrity and privacy at risk. This white paper explores the application of cryptographic methods in securing IoT, addressing the unique constraints IoT presents, and highlighting recent advancements in lightweight cryptography, key management, and authentication protocols tailored to IoT requirements. Key words: IoT Security, Cryptography, Lightweight Encryption, Key Management, Authentication, Secure Communication