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NTIA Report TR-92-289

Linking Protection in Federal Standard 1045 HF Radios Using the Data Encryption Standard

December 1993

Christopher Redding and William J. Pomper

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Abstract: A method of utilizing the Data Encryption Standard (DES) algorithm for linking protection in HF radios complying with Federal Standard 1045 is described. The unique DES encryption method, which permits a codebook type of encryption of 24-bit words, is explained in detail. Also discussed is the method used to integrate this encryption process with the Federal Standard 1045 automatic link establishment protocols. Processing speed requirements for the hardware and software used to implement this scheme are explained, and available DES devices that can support the described implementation are identified.

Keywords: authentication; automatic link establishment; ALE; codebook; cryptographic; Data Encryption Standard; DES; decryption; encryption; Federal Standard 1045; linking protection; LP

Disclaimer: Certain commercial equipment, components, and software are identified in this report to specify adequately the technical aspects of the reported results. In no case does such identification imply recommendation or endorsement by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, nor does it imply that the equipment or software identified is necessarily the best available for the particular application or uses.

To request a reprint of this report, contact:
Margaret Luebs, Publications Officer
Institute for Telecommunication Sciences
Voice: (303) 497-3572
info@its.bldrdoc.gov

For technical information concerning this report, contact:
Christopher Redding, Electronics Engineer
Institute for Telecommunication Sciences
Voice: (303) 497-3104
credding@its.bldrdoc.gov

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