Securing Conversations: The Role of Encryption in Irc Communication

This paper, Securing Conversations: The Role of Encryption in IRC Communication, tends to address the weaknesses of Internet Relay Chat (IRC), though widely used, which lacks effective protections built into it. The project shall employ advanced cryptographic techniques to avoid unauthorized access, message tampering, and other forms of eavesdropping. Using Diffie-Hellman key exchange can create a secure shared key between users, minimizing the chances of intercepting keys during distribution. A built-in encryption ensures the confidentiality of the message, which is opened only by the intended recipients. Additionally, the MAC checks integrity on the message level; in this case, data does not get altered in the transfer process. Together these make up a safe structure in ensuring that the communication through IRC is secured; further emphasizing how a layered protocol can be adapted to safeguard real-time messaging from many security threats. It emphasizes the aspects of confidentiality, integrity, and secure key exchange in developing safe, private digital communication spaces.