With the rapid advancement of ICT and IoT technologies,the integration of Edge and Fog Computing has become essential to meet the increasing demands for real-time data processing and network efficiency.However,these t...With the rapid advancement of ICT and IoT technologies,the integration of Edge and Fog Computing has become essential to meet the increasing demands for real-time data processing and network efficiency.However,these technologies face critical security challenges,exacerbated by the emergence of quantum computing,which threatens traditional encryption methods.The rise in cyber-attacks targeting IoT and Edge/Fog networks underscores the need for robust,quantum-resistant security solutions.To address these challenges,researchers are focusing on Quantum Key Distribution and Post-Quantum Cryptography,which utilize quantum-resistant algorithms and the principles of quantum mechanics to ensure data confidentiality and integrity.This paper reviews the current security practices in IoT and Edge/Fog environments,explores the latest advancements in QKD and PQC technologies,and discusses their integration into distributed computing systems.Additionally,this paper proposes an enhanced QKD protocol combining the Cascade protocol and Kyber algorithm to address existing limitations.Finally,we highlight future research directions aimed at improving the scalability,efficiency,and practicality of QKD and PQC for securing IoT and Edge/Fog networks against evolving quantum threats.展开更多
Ensuring information security in the quantum era is a growing challenge due to advancements in cryptographic attacks and the emergence of quantum computing.To address these concerns,this paper presents the mathematica...Ensuring information security in the quantum era is a growing challenge due to advancements in cryptographic attacks and the emergence of quantum computing.To address these concerns,this paper presents the mathematical and computer modeling of a novel two-dimensional(2D)chaotic system for secure key generation in quantum image encryption(QIE).The proposed map employs trigonometric perturbations in conjunction with rational-saturation functions and hence,named as Trigonometric-Rational-Saturation(TRS)map.Through rigorous mathematical analysis and computational simulations,the map is extensively evaluated for bifurcation behaviour,chaotic trajectories,and Lyapunov exponents.The security evaluation validates the map’s non-linearity,unpredictability,and sensitive dependence on initial conditions.In addition,the proposed TRS map has further been tested by integrating it in a QIE scheme.The QIE scheme first quantum-encodes the classic image using the Novel Enhanced Quantum Representation(NEQR)technique,the TRS map is used for the generation of secure diffusion key,which is XOR-ed with the quantum-ready image to obtain the encrypted images.The security evaluation of the QIE scheme demonstrates superior security of the encrypted images in terms of statistical security attacks and also against Differential attacks.The encrypted images exhibit zero correlation and maximum entropy with demonstrating strong resilience due to 99.62%and 33.47%results for Number of Pixels Change Rate(NPCR)and Unified Average Changing Intensity(UACI).The results validate the effectiveness of TRS-based quantum encryption scheme in securing digital images against emerging quantum threats,making it suitable for secure image encryption in IoT and edge-based applications.展开更多
In recent decades, log system management has been widely studied fordata security management. System abnormalities or illegal operations can befound in time by analyzing the log and provide evidence for intrusions. In...In recent decades, log system management has been widely studied fordata security management. System abnormalities or illegal operations can befound in time by analyzing the log and provide evidence for intrusions. In orderto ensure the integrity of the log in the current system, many researchers havedesigned it based on blockchain. However, the emerging blockchain is facing significant security challenges with the increment of quantum computers. An attackerequipped with a quantum computer can extract the user's private key from thepublic key to generate a forged signature, destroy the structure of the blockchain,and threaten the security of the log system. Thus, blind signature on the lattice inpost-quantum blockchain brings new security features for log systems. In ourpaper, to address these, firstly, we propose a novel log system based on post-quantum blockchain that can resist quantum computing attacks. Secondly, we utilize apost-quantum blind signature on the lattice to ensure both security and blindnessof log system, which makes the privacy of log information to a large extent.Lastly, we enhance the security level of lattice-based blind signature under therandom oracle model, and the signature size grows slowly compared with others.We also implement our protocol and conduct an extensive analysis to prove theideas. The results show that our scheme signature size edges up subtly comparedwith others with the improvement of security level.展开更多
The advent of quantum computers and algorithms challenges the semantic security of symmetric and asymmetric cryptosystems. Thus, the implementation of new cryptographic primitives is essential. They must follow the br...The advent of quantum computers and algorithms challenges the semantic security of symmetric and asymmetric cryptosystems. Thus, the implementation of new cryptographic primitives is essential. They must follow the breakthroughs and properties of quantum calculators which make vulnerable existing cryptosystems. In this paper, we propose a random number generation model based on evaluation of the thermal noise power of the volume elements of an electronic system with a volume of 58.83 cm<sup>3</sup>. We prove through the sampling of the temperature of each volume element that it is difficult for an attacker to carry out an exploit. In 12 seconds, we generate for 7 volume elements, a stream of randomly generated keys of 187 digits that will be transmitted from source to destination through the properties of quantum cryptography.展开更多
The pre-and post-selection processes of the "two-state vector formalism" lead to a fair sampling loophole in Bell test, so it can be used to simulate post-quantum correlations. In this paper, we propose a ph...The pre-and post-selection processes of the "two-state vector formalism" lead to a fair sampling loophole in Bell test, so it can be used to simulate post-quantum correlations. In this paper, we propose a physical implementation of such a correlation with the help of quantum non-demolition measurement, which is realized via the cross-Kerr nonlinear interaction between the signal photon and a probe coherent beam. The indirect measurement on the polarization state of photon is realized by the direct measurement on the phase shift of the probe coherent beam, which enhances the detection efficiency greatly and leaves the signal photon unabsorbed. The maximal violation of the CHSH inequality 4 can be achieved by pre-and post-selecting maximally entangled states. The reason why we can get the post-quantum correlation is that the selection of the results after measurement opens fair-sampling loophole. The fair-sampling loophole opened here is different from the one usually used in the currently existing simulation schemes for post-quantum correlations,which are simulated by selecting the states to be measured or enlarging the Hilbert space. So, our results present an alternative way to mimic post-quantum correlations.展开更多
Post-quantum transport layer security(PQ-TLS)is capable of effectively defending against quantum threats to current network communications,whereas its larger public key and certificate sizes as well as higher computat...Post-quantum transport layer security(PQ-TLS)is capable of effectively defending against quantum threats to current network communications,whereas its larger public key and certificate sizes as well as higher computational overhead may result in a significant performance reduction compared with conventional TLS.In this paper,we present a systematic evaluation of PQ-TLS performance across diverse deployment scenarios to address the following critical research questions.(1)What is the performance behavior of PQ-TLS across different TLS modes?(2)How does PQ-TLS perform across varying client scales?(3)Which network topology is most suitable for PQ-TLS?(4)How does PQ-TLS perform on personal computers(PCs)compared to embedded IoT devices?To the best of our knowledge,this is the first work to comprehensively address these issues,offering implementers some insights into PQ-TLS performance and guidance for optimizing it across diverse scenarios.展开更多
The advent of quantum computing poses a significant challenge to traditional cryptographic protocols,particularly those used in SecureMultiparty Computation(MPC),a fundamental cryptographic primitive for privacypreser...The advent of quantum computing poses a significant challenge to traditional cryptographic protocols,particularly those used in SecureMultiparty Computation(MPC),a fundamental cryptographic primitive for privacypreserving computation.Classical MPC relies on cryptographic techniques such as homomorphic encryption,secret sharing,and oblivious transfer,which may become vulnerable in the post-quantum era due to the computational power of quantum adversaries.This study presents a review of 140 peer-reviewed articles published between 2000 and 2025 that used different databases like MDPI,IEEE Explore,Springer,and Elsevier,examining the applications,types,and security issues with the solution of Quantum computing in different fields.This review explores the impact of quantum computing on MPC security,assesses emerging quantum-resistant MPC protocols,and examines hybrid classicalquantum approaches aimed at mitigating quantum threats.We analyze the role of Quantum Key Distribution(QKD),post-quantum cryptography(PQC),and quantum homomorphic encryption in securing multiparty computations.Additionally,we discuss the challenges of scalability,computational efficiency,and practical deployment of quantumsecure MPC frameworks in real-world applications such as privacy-preserving AI,secure blockchain transactions,and confidential data analysis.This review provides insights into the future research directions and open challenges in ensuring secure,scalable,and quantum-resistant multiparty computation.展开更多
Blind signcryption(BSC) can guarantee the blindness and untrackability of signcrypted messages, and moreover, it provides simultaneous unforgeability and confidentiality. Most traditional BSC schemes are based on the ...Blind signcryption(BSC) can guarantee the blindness and untrackability of signcrypted messages, and moreover, it provides simultaneous unforgeability and confidentiality. Most traditional BSC schemes are based on the number theory. However, with the rapid development of quantum computing, traditional BSC systems are faced with severe security threats. As promising candidate cryptosystems with the ability to resist attacks from quantum computing, lattice-based cryptosystems have attracted increasing attention in academic fields. In this paper, a post-quantum blind signcryption scheme from lattice(PQ-LBSCS) is devised by applying BSC to lattice-based cryptosystems. PQ-LBSCS inherits the advantages of the lattice-based cryptosystem and blind signcryption technique. PQ-LBSCS is provably secure under the hard assumptions of the learning with error problem and small integer solution problem in the standard model. Simulations are carried out using the Matlab tool to analyze the computational efficiency, and the simulation results show that PQ-LBSCS is more efficient than previous schemes. PQ-LBSCS has extensive application prospects in e-commerce, mobile communication, and smart cards.展开更多
随着量子计算技术的不断发展,依赖传统公钥密码体制三大功能(密钥协商/数字签名/公钥加密)的各种应用系统将不再安全.为应对量子威胁,以美国国家标准与技术研究院(National Institute of Standards and Technology,NIST)为首的国际标准...随着量子计算技术的不断发展,依赖传统公钥密码体制三大功能(密钥协商/数字签名/公钥加密)的各种应用系统将不再安全.为应对量子威胁,以美国国家标准与技术研究院(National Institute of Standards and Technology,NIST)为首的国际标准组织积极征集与部署后量子密码(Post Quantum Cryptography,PQC)算法的标准化工作,致力于在真正实用型量子计算机问世之前,提前完成传统公钥密码算法到PQC算法的迁移过渡.Crystals-Dilithium是NIST-PQC标准中的一种基于格的数字签名算法,其安全性高,运算速度快,是实现抵抗量子攻击数字签名算法的重要路径之一.本文从主流Crystals-Dilithium数字签名算法的理论基础出发,从底层关键组件的优化方法和整体硬件构架设计方法着手,围绕硬件资源优化和性能优化等现有方法和成果对比展开分析介绍,为研究者们后续研究探明方向,希望为设计性能与硬件资源均衡的后量子数字签名密码芯片提供有力参考.展开更多
The rapid evolution of quantum computing poses significant threats to traditional cryptographic schemes,particularly in Decentralized Finance(DeFi)systems that rely on legacy mechanisms like RSA and ECDSA for digital ...The rapid evolution of quantum computing poses significant threats to traditional cryptographic schemes,particularly in Decentralized Finance(DeFi)systems that rely on legacy mechanisms like RSA and ECDSA for digital identity verification.This paper proposes a quantum-resilient,blockchain-based identity verification framework designed to address critical challenges in privacy preservation,scalability,and post-quantum security.The proposed model integrates Post-quantum Cryptography(PQC),specifically lattice-based cryptographic primitives,with Decentralized Identifiers(DIDs)and Zero-knowledge Proofs(ZKPs)to ensure verifiability,anonymity,and resistance to quantum attacks.A dual-layer architecture is introduced,comprising an identity layer for credential generation and validation,and an application layer for DeFi protocol integration.To evaluate its performance,the framework is tested on multiple real-world DeFi platforms using metrics such as verification latency,throughput,attack resistance,energy efficiency,and quantum attack simulation.The results demonstrate that the proposed framework achieves 90%latency reduction and over 35%throughput improvement compared to traditional blockchain identity solutions.It also exhibits a high quantum resistance score(95/100),with successful secure verification under simulated quantum adversaries.The revocation mechanism—implemented using Merkle-tree-based proofs—achieves average response times under 40 ms,and the system maintains secure operations with energy consumption below 9 J per authentication cycle.Additionally,the paper presents a security and cost tradeoff analysis using ZKP schemes such as Bulletproofs and STARKs,revealing superior bits-per-byte efficiency and reduced proof sizes.Real-world adoption scenarios,including integration with six major DeFi protocols,indicate a 25%increase in verified users and a 15%improvement in Total Value Locked(TVL).The proposed solution is projected to remain secure until 2041(basic version)and 2043(advanced version),ensuring long-term sustainability and future-proofing against evolving quantum threats.This work establishes a scalable,privacy-preserving identity model that aligns with emerging post-quantum security standards for decentralized ecosystems.展开更多
The rapid advancement of quantum computing has sparked a considerable increase in research attention to quantum technologies.These advances span fundamental theoretical inquiries into quantum information and the explo...The rapid advancement of quantum computing has sparked a considerable increase in research attention to quantum technologies.These advances span fundamental theoretical inquiries into quantum information and the exploration of diverse applications arising from this evolving quantum computing paradigm.The scope of the related research is notably diverse.This paper consolidates and presents quantum computing research related to the financial sector.The finance applications considered in this study include portfolio optimization,fraud detection,and Monte Carlo methods for derivative pricing and risk calculation.In addition,we provide a comprehensive analysis of quantum computing’s applications and effects on blockchain technologies,particularly in relation to cryptocurrencies,which are central to financial technology research.As discussed in this study,quantum computing applications in finance are based on fundamental quantum physics principles and key quantum algorithms.This review aims to bridge the research gap between quantum computing and finance.We adopt a two-fold methodology,involving an analysis of quantum algorithms,followed by a discussion of their applications in specific financial contexts.Our study is based on an extensive review of online academic databases,search tools,online journal repositories,and whitepapers from 1952 to 2023,including CiteSeerX,DBLP,Research-Gate,Semantic Scholar,and scientific conference publications.We present state-of-theart findings at the intersection of finance and quantum technology and highlight open research questions that will be valuable for industry practitioners and academicians as they shape future research agendas.展开更多
As quantum computing continues to advance,traditional cryptographic methods are increasingly challenged,particularly when it comes to securing critical systems like Supervisory Control andData Acquisition(SCADA)system...As quantum computing continues to advance,traditional cryptographic methods are increasingly challenged,particularly when it comes to securing critical systems like Supervisory Control andData Acquisition(SCADA)systems.These systems are essential for monitoring and controlling industrial operations,making their security paramount.A key threat arises from Shor’s algorithm,a powerful quantum computing tool that can compromise current hash functions,leading to significant concerns about data integrity and confidentiality.To tackle these issues,this article introduces a novel Quantum-Resistant Hash Algorithm(QRHA)known as the Modular Hash Learning Algorithm(MHLA).This algorithm is meticulously crafted to withstand potential quantum attacks by incorporating advanced mathematical and algorithmic techniques,enhancing its overall security framework.Our research delves into the effectiveness ofMHLA in defending against both traditional and quantum-based threats,with a particular emphasis on its resilience to Shor’s algorithm.The findings from our study demonstrate that MHLA significantly enhances the security of SCADA systems in the context of quantum technology.By ensuring that sensitive data remains protected and confidential,MHLA not only fortifies individual systems but also contributes to the broader efforts of safeguarding industrial and infrastructure control systems against future quantumthreats.Our evaluation demonstrates that MHLA improves security by 38%against quantumattack simulations compared to traditional hash functionswhilemaintaining a computational efficiency ofO(m⋅n⋅k+v+n).The algorithm achieved a 98%success rate in detecting data tampering during integrity testing.These findings underline MHLA’s effectiveness in enhancing SCADA system security amidst evolving quantum technologies.This research represents a crucial step toward developing more secure cryptographic systems that can adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape,ultimately ensuring the reliability and integrity of critical infrastructure in an era where quantum computing poses a growing risk.展开更多
基金supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF)funded by theMinistry of Science and ICT(2022K1A3A1A61014825)。
文摘With the rapid advancement of ICT and IoT technologies,the integration of Edge and Fog Computing has become essential to meet the increasing demands for real-time data processing and network efficiency.However,these technologies face critical security challenges,exacerbated by the emergence of quantum computing,which threatens traditional encryption methods.The rise in cyber-attacks targeting IoT and Edge/Fog networks underscores the need for robust,quantum-resistant security solutions.To address these challenges,researchers are focusing on Quantum Key Distribution and Post-Quantum Cryptography,which utilize quantum-resistant algorithms and the principles of quantum mechanics to ensure data confidentiality and integrity.This paper reviews the current security practices in IoT and Edge/Fog environments,explores the latest advancements in QKD and PQC technologies,and discusses their integration into distributed computing systems.Additionally,this paper proposes an enhanced QKD protocol combining the Cascade protocol and Kyber algorithm to address existing limitations.Finally,we highlight future research directions aimed at improving the scalability,efficiency,and practicality of QKD and PQC for securing IoT and Edge/Fog networks against evolving quantum threats.
基金funded by Deanship of Research and Graduate Studies at King Khalid University.The authors extend their appreciation to the Deanship of Research and Graduate Studies at King Khalid University for funding this work through Large Group Project under grant number(RGP.2/556/45).
文摘Ensuring information security in the quantum era is a growing challenge due to advancements in cryptographic attacks and the emergence of quantum computing.To address these concerns,this paper presents the mathematical and computer modeling of a novel two-dimensional(2D)chaotic system for secure key generation in quantum image encryption(QIE).The proposed map employs trigonometric perturbations in conjunction with rational-saturation functions and hence,named as Trigonometric-Rational-Saturation(TRS)map.Through rigorous mathematical analysis and computational simulations,the map is extensively evaluated for bifurcation behaviour,chaotic trajectories,and Lyapunov exponents.The security evaluation validates the map’s non-linearity,unpredictability,and sensitive dependence on initial conditions.In addition,the proposed TRS map has further been tested by integrating it in a QIE scheme.The QIE scheme first quantum-encodes the classic image using the Novel Enhanced Quantum Representation(NEQR)technique,the TRS map is used for the generation of secure diffusion key,which is XOR-ed with the quantum-ready image to obtain the encrypted images.The security evaluation of the QIE scheme demonstrates superior security of the encrypted images in terms of statistical security attacks and also against Differential attacks.The encrypted images exhibit zero correlation and maximum entropy with demonstrating strong resilience due to 99.62%and 33.47%results for Number of Pixels Change Rate(NPCR)and Unified Average Changing Intensity(UACI).The results validate the effectiveness of TRS-based quantum encryption scheme in securing digital images against emerging quantum threats,making it suitable for secure image encryption in IoT and edge-based applications.
基金supported by the NSFC(Grant Nos.92046001,61962009)JSPS KAKENHI Grant Number JP20F20080+3 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Inner Mongolia(2021MS06006)Baotou Kundulun District Science and technology plan project(YF2020013)Inner Mongolia discipline inspection and supervision big data laboratory open project fund(IMDBD2020020)the Scientific Research Foundation of North China University of Technology.
文摘In recent decades, log system management has been widely studied fordata security management. System abnormalities or illegal operations can befound in time by analyzing the log and provide evidence for intrusions. In orderto ensure the integrity of the log in the current system, many researchers havedesigned it based on blockchain. However, the emerging blockchain is facing significant security challenges with the increment of quantum computers. An attackerequipped with a quantum computer can extract the user's private key from thepublic key to generate a forged signature, destroy the structure of the blockchain,and threaten the security of the log system. Thus, blind signature on the lattice inpost-quantum blockchain brings new security features for log systems. In ourpaper, to address these, firstly, we propose a novel log system based on post-quantum blockchain that can resist quantum computing attacks. Secondly, we utilize apost-quantum blind signature on the lattice to ensure both security and blindnessof log system, which makes the privacy of log information to a large extent.Lastly, we enhance the security level of lattice-based blind signature under therandom oracle model, and the signature size grows slowly compared with others.We also implement our protocol and conduct an extensive analysis to prove theideas. The results show that our scheme signature size edges up subtly comparedwith others with the improvement of security level.
文摘The advent of quantum computers and algorithms challenges the semantic security of symmetric and asymmetric cryptosystems. Thus, the implementation of new cryptographic primitives is essential. They must follow the breakthroughs and properties of quantum calculators which make vulnerable existing cryptosystems. In this paper, we propose a random number generation model based on evaluation of the thermal noise power of the volume elements of an electronic system with a volume of 58.83 cm<sup>3</sup>. We prove through the sampling of the temperature of each volume element that it is difficult for an attacker to carry out an exploit. In 12 seconds, we generate for 7 volume elements, a stream of randomly generated keys of 187 digits that will be transmitted from source to destination through the properties of quantum cryptography.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)under Grant Nos.11274010,11374085,and 61370090Anhui Provincial Natural Science Foundation under Grant Nos.1408085MA20 and 1408085MA16the Key Program of Domestic Visiting of Anhui Province under Grant No.gxfxZD2016192
文摘The pre-and post-selection processes of the "two-state vector formalism" lead to a fair sampling loophole in Bell test, so it can be used to simulate post-quantum correlations. In this paper, we propose a physical implementation of such a correlation with the help of quantum non-demolition measurement, which is realized via the cross-Kerr nonlinear interaction between the signal photon and a probe coherent beam. The indirect measurement on the polarization state of photon is realized by the direct measurement on the phase shift of the probe coherent beam, which enhances the detection efficiency greatly and leaves the signal photon unabsorbed. The maximal violation of the CHSH inequality 4 can be achieved by pre-and post-selecting maximally entangled states. The reason why we can get the post-quantum correlation is that the selection of the results after measurement opens fair-sampling loophole. The fair-sampling loophole opened here is different from the one usually used in the currently existing simulation schemes for post-quantum correlations,which are simulated by selecting the states to be measured or enlarging the Hilbert space. So, our results present an alternative way to mimic post-quantum correlations.
基金Special Fund for Key Technologies in Blockchain of Shanghai Scientific and Technological Committee(23511100300)。
文摘Post-quantum transport layer security(PQ-TLS)is capable of effectively defending against quantum threats to current network communications,whereas its larger public key and certificate sizes as well as higher computational overhead may result in a significant performance reduction compared with conventional TLS.In this paper,we present a systematic evaluation of PQ-TLS performance across diverse deployment scenarios to address the following critical research questions.(1)What is the performance behavior of PQ-TLS across different TLS modes?(2)How does PQ-TLS perform across varying client scales?(3)Which network topology is most suitable for PQ-TLS?(4)How does PQ-TLS perform on personal computers(PCs)compared to embedded IoT devices?To the best of our knowledge,this is the first work to comprehensively address these issues,offering implementers some insights into PQ-TLS performance and guidance for optimizing it across diverse scenarios.
文摘The advent of quantum computing poses a significant challenge to traditional cryptographic protocols,particularly those used in SecureMultiparty Computation(MPC),a fundamental cryptographic primitive for privacypreserving computation.Classical MPC relies on cryptographic techniques such as homomorphic encryption,secret sharing,and oblivious transfer,which may become vulnerable in the post-quantum era due to the computational power of quantum adversaries.This study presents a review of 140 peer-reviewed articles published between 2000 and 2025 that used different databases like MDPI,IEEE Explore,Springer,and Elsevier,examining the applications,types,and security issues with the solution of Quantum computing in different fields.This review explores the impact of quantum computing on MPC security,assesses emerging quantum-resistant MPC protocols,and examines hybrid classicalquantum approaches aimed at mitigating quantum threats.We analyze the role of Quantum Key Distribution(QKD),post-quantum cryptography(PQC),and quantum homomorphic encryption in securing multiparty computations.Additionally,we discuss the challenges of scalability,computational efficiency,and practical deployment of quantumsecure MPC frameworks in real-world applications such as privacy-preserving AI,secure blockchain transactions,and confidential data analysis.This review provides insights into the future research directions and open challenges in ensuring secure,scalable,and quantum-resistant multiparty computation.
基金Project supported by the Key Project of Natural Science Foundation Basic Research Program of Shaanxi Province,China (No. 2020JZ-54)the Innovation Foundation of Postgraduate of Xi’an University of Posts and Telecommunications,China (No. CXJJLY2018075)。
文摘Blind signcryption(BSC) can guarantee the blindness and untrackability of signcrypted messages, and moreover, it provides simultaneous unforgeability and confidentiality. Most traditional BSC schemes are based on the number theory. However, with the rapid development of quantum computing, traditional BSC systems are faced with severe security threats. As promising candidate cryptosystems with the ability to resist attacks from quantum computing, lattice-based cryptosystems have attracted increasing attention in academic fields. In this paper, a post-quantum blind signcryption scheme from lattice(PQ-LBSCS) is devised by applying BSC to lattice-based cryptosystems. PQ-LBSCS inherits the advantages of the lattice-based cryptosystem and blind signcryption technique. PQ-LBSCS is provably secure under the hard assumptions of the learning with error problem and small integer solution problem in the standard model. Simulations are carried out using the Matlab tool to analyze the computational efficiency, and the simulation results show that PQ-LBSCS is more efficient than previous schemes. PQ-LBSCS has extensive application prospects in e-commerce, mobile communication, and smart cards.
文摘随着量子计算技术的不断发展,依赖传统公钥密码体制三大功能(密钥协商/数字签名/公钥加密)的各种应用系统将不再安全.为应对量子威胁,以美国国家标准与技术研究院(National Institute of Standards and Technology,NIST)为首的国际标准组织积极征集与部署后量子密码(Post Quantum Cryptography,PQC)算法的标准化工作,致力于在真正实用型量子计算机问世之前,提前完成传统公钥密码算法到PQC算法的迁移过渡.Crystals-Dilithium是NIST-PQC标准中的一种基于格的数字签名算法,其安全性高,运算速度快,是实现抵抗量子攻击数字签名算法的重要路径之一.本文从主流Crystals-Dilithium数字签名算法的理论基础出发,从底层关键组件的优化方法和整体硬件构架设计方法着手,围绕硬件资源优化和性能优化等现有方法和成果对比展开分析介绍,为研究者们后续研究探明方向,希望为设计性能与硬件资源均衡的后量子数字签名密码芯片提供有力参考.
文摘The rapid evolution of quantum computing poses significant threats to traditional cryptographic schemes,particularly in Decentralized Finance(DeFi)systems that rely on legacy mechanisms like RSA and ECDSA for digital identity verification.This paper proposes a quantum-resilient,blockchain-based identity verification framework designed to address critical challenges in privacy preservation,scalability,and post-quantum security.The proposed model integrates Post-quantum Cryptography(PQC),specifically lattice-based cryptographic primitives,with Decentralized Identifiers(DIDs)and Zero-knowledge Proofs(ZKPs)to ensure verifiability,anonymity,and resistance to quantum attacks.A dual-layer architecture is introduced,comprising an identity layer for credential generation and validation,and an application layer for DeFi protocol integration.To evaluate its performance,the framework is tested on multiple real-world DeFi platforms using metrics such as verification latency,throughput,attack resistance,energy efficiency,and quantum attack simulation.The results demonstrate that the proposed framework achieves 90%latency reduction and over 35%throughput improvement compared to traditional blockchain identity solutions.It also exhibits a high quantum resistance score(95/100),with successful secure verification under simulated quantum adversaries.The revocation mechanism—implemented using Merkle-tree-based proofs—achieves average response times under 40 ms,and the system maintains secure operations with energy consumption below 9 J per authentication cycle.Additionally,the paper presents a security and cost tradeoff analysis using ZKP schemes such as Bulletproofs and STARKs,revealing superior bits-per-byte efficiency and reduced proof sizes.Real-world adoption scenarios,including integration with six major DeFi protocols,indicate a 25%increase in verified users and a 15%improvement in Total Value Locked(TVL).The proposed solution is projected to remain secure until 2041(basic version)and 2043(advanced version),ensuring long-term sustainability and future-proofing against evolving quantum threats.This work establishes a scalable,privacy-preserving identity model that aligns with emerging post-quantum security standards for decentralized ecosystems.
基金Gerhard Hellstern is partly funded by the Ministry of Economic Affairs,Labour and Tourism Baden-Württemberg in the frame of the Competence Center Quantum Computing Baden-Württemberg(QORA Ⅱ).
文摘The rapid advancement of quantum computing has sparked a considerable increase in research attention to quantum technologies.These advances span fundamental theoretical inquiries into quantum information and the exploration of diverse applications arising from this evolving quantum computing paradigm.The scope of the related research is notably diverse.This paper consolidates and presents quantum computing research related to the financial sector.The finance applications considered in this study include portfolio optimization,fraud detection,and Monte Carlo methods for derivative pricing and risk calculation.In addition,we provide a comprehensive analysis of quantum computing’s applications and effects on blockchain technologies,particularly in relation to cryptocurrencies,which are central to financial technology research.As discussed in this study,quantum computing applications in finance are based on fundamental quantum physics principles and key quantum algorithms.This review aims to bridge the research gap between quantum computing and finance.We adopt a two-fold methodology,involving an analysis of quantum algorithms,followed by a discussion of their applications in specific financial contexts.Our study is based on an extensive review of online academic databases,search tools,online journal repositories,and whitepapers from 1952 to 2023,including CiteSeerX,DBLP,Research-Gate,Semantic Scholar,and scientific conference publications.We present state-of-theart findings at the intersection of finance and quantum technology and highlight open research questions that will be valuable for industry practitioners and academicians as they shape future research agendas.
基金Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University Researchers Supporting Project number(PNURSP2025R343),Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University,Riyadh,Saudi Arabiathe Deanship of Scientific Research at Northern Border University,Arar,Saudi Arabia for funding this research work through the project number NBU-FFR-2025-1092-10.
文摘As quantum computing continues to advance,traditional cryptographic methods are increasingly challenged,particularly when it comes to securing critical systems like Supervisory Control andData Acquisition(SCADA)systems.These systems are essential for monitoring and controlling industrial operations,making their security paramount.A key threat arises from Shor’s algorithm,a powerful quantum computing tool that can compromise current hash functions,leading to significant concerns about data integrity and confidentiality.To tackle these issues,this article introduces a novel Quantum-Resistant Hash Algorithm(QRHA)known as the Modular Hash Learning Algorithm(MHLA).This algorithm is meticulously crafted to withstand potential quantum attacks by incorporating advanced mathematical and algorithmic techniques,enhancing its overall security framework.Our research delves into the effectiveness ofMHLA in defending against both traditional and quantum-based threats,with a particular emphasis on its resilience to Shor’s algorithm.The findings from our study demonstrate that MHLA significantly enhances the security of SCADA systems in the context of quantum technology.By ensuring that sensitive data remains protected and confidential,MHLA not only fortifies individual systems but also contributes to the broader efforts of safeguarding industrial and infrastructure control systems against future quantumthreats.Our evaluation demonstrates that MHLA improves security by 38%against quantumattack simulations compared to traditional hash functionswhilemaintaining a computational efficiency ofO(m⋅n⋅k+v+n).The algorithm achieved a 98%success rate in detecting data tampering during integrity testing.These findings underline MHLA’s effectiveness in enhancing SCADA system security amidst evolving quantum technologies.This research represents a crucial step toward developing more secure cryptographic systems that can adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape,ultimately ensuring the reliability and integrity of critical infrastructure in an era where quantum computing poses a growing risk.
