The paper introduces a software platform for generating and analyzing pseudo-random sequences (like LFSR and Mersenne Twister), demonstrating that while these classical generators are efficient, quant…

The paper proposes a unified, information-theoretic framework using universal hash functions to solve the bootstrapping of seedless QRNGs and to securely combine PQC and QKD keys against quantum adver…

The paper proposes a novel hybrid key distribution architecture combining Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) with Kirchhoff-law-Johnson-noise (KLJN) statistical-physical key exchange to enhance key genera…

This paper provides a comprehensive, system-level taxonomy for designing quantum-resistant network architectures, moving beyond simple protocol substitutions to address key distribution and management…

The paper proposes a layered, modular network architecture combining Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) to achieve scalable, end-to-end post-quantum security in multi-h…

This paper systematically analyzes the Quantum Bit Error Rate (QBER) in the BB84 Quantum Key Distribution protocol, demonstrating its use for quantifying channel noise and detecting eavesdropping, par…

This survey provides a comprehensive review of the security challenges, threats, and mitigation strategies associated with the rapid advancement of quantum computing.

The paper proposes a spatially adaptive detection method using single-photon detector arrays to reject noise and improve the performance of satellite-based Quantum Key Distribution (SatQKD) under atmo…

The paper proposes a quantum-resistant quantum teleportation (QRQT) framework using post-quantum cryptography to secure the classical channel, establishing maximum secure communication distances and a…

The paper introduces SeedHijack, a backdoor attack that manipulates the pseudorandom number generation process in LLMs to force specific token selections, and proposes a hardware quantum random number…

The paper proposes a stochastic risk-aware optimization framework for covert quantum communication, significantly improving throughput and expanding feasible operating regions under realistic channel…

The paper establishes a strong connection between scalable pseudorandom unitaries (PRUs) and the unitary synthesis problem, proving that any such PRU construction must require a classical oracle of si…

The paper proposes Q-FE, a novel Quantum-Native 6G Far-Edge architecture that secures Industrial IoT Digital Twins by integrating micro-digital twins, compact post-quantum key exchange, and asynchrono…

This paper introduces the first explicit data obfuscation technique to protect classical sensitive values during the execution phase of quantum computation.

The paper proposes a provably secure path validation protocol for large-scale Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) networks that allows receivers to verify network compliance without revealing sensitive top…

The paper introduces PQC Validator, a comprehensive, layered framework designed to rigorously test and validate the actual post-quantum cryptographic readiness of cloud-native 5G Core networks, addres…

This paper surveys the security vulnerabilities of Variational Quantum Circuits (VQCs) to backdoor attacks, detailing various attack mechanisms and analyzing current detection and defense strategies.

This paper quantifies the latency impact of increasing certificate chain sizes required by Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) on TLS Time to First Byte (TTFB), finding that Merkle Tree Certificates (MTC)…

The paper estimates the quantum resources required to break 256-bit ECC cryptography and warns that fast-clock quantum computers could enable on-spend attacks on modern cryptocurrencies, necessitating…

This paper demonstrates a non-disruptive, sidecar-based integration of NIST-standardized Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) into an open-source 5G core, showing that while it introduces a predictable lat…