Performance Analysis of Cryptographic Techniques on Pashto-Language Text
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.65486/78jw4y32Keywords:
Asymmetric, Cryptography, Symmetric, Pashto, PerformanceAbstract
Purpose:
This study aimed to conduct a comprehensive comparative analysis of symmetric and asymmetric cryptographic algorithms and evaluate their performance when applied to texts in the Pashto language. The study focused on assessing encryption and decryption efficiency, security strength, and resistance to brute-force attacks while exploring the applicability of cryptographic techniques to a non-Latin-based language.
Method:
A set of widely used symmetric cryptographic algorithms (DES, 3DES, AES, and Blowfish) and asymmetric cryptographic algorithms (RSA, ElGamal, and ECC) were implemented and tested using Python in a controlled computing environment. The evaluation considered factors such as encryption speed, decryption speed, and security performance. To ensure accuracy and reproducibility, the experiments were conducted under controlled conditions, including standardised hardware specifications, operating systems, software versions, and input data formats.
Results:
The findings revealed that AES achieved the highest performance among the symmetric algorithms in terms of encryption and decryption speed, making it the most efficient option for processing Pashto text. Among the asymmetric algorithms, ECC demonstrated the strongest security characteristics and superior resistance to brute-force attacks while maintaining efficient performance. The results further confirmed that conventional cryptographic techniques can be successfully applied to Pashto-language texts when appropriate character encoding and linguistic considerations are properly configured.
Practical Implications:
The findings highlight the suitability of AES for applications requiring fast and efficient encryption and ECC for environments demanding strong security protection. The study provides valuable guidance for developers, organisations, and policymakers seeking to implement secure communication systems and data protection mechanisms for Pashto-language digital applications and information systems.
Originality/Novelty:
This study represents one of the first comprehensive investigations into the performance of symmetric and asymmetric cryptographic algorithms using Pashto-language text. It contributes to the fields of cryptography, cybersecurity, and language-orientated computing by demonstrating the adaptability of established encryption methods to a low-resource, non-Latin language context and supporting the advancement of local cybersecurity initiatives.
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