Recommendation for Random Number Generation Using Deterministic Random Bit Generators

Barker, E. B., & Kelsey, J. M. (2015). Recommendation for Random Number Generation Using Deterministic Random Bit Generators. National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Type

Report

Intellectual base

Grey literature

Year

2015

DOI

10.6028/nist.sp.800-90ar1

DOI registrant

National Institute of Standards and Technology

Link

https://doi.org/10.6028/NIST.SP.800-90Ar1

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3 citations across 3 artifacts.

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Domain-specific

• Pseudorandom Number Generator
  • NIST calls standardized cryptographic constructions deterministic random bit generators (DRBGs) and separates their deterministic mechanism from entropy-source and seeding requirements.
• Random number generation
  • The entry records a descriptive analytical identity; practical use requires the governing domain's evidence, standards, and safety obligations.

Mechanisms

• UUID or Random Token Generator
  • The discipline is to size the space against the birthday bound at your true volume,

    This sourceSpecifies cryptographic random-bit generators designed to produce output that resists prediction when used under the standard's security requirements.

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