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An Overview of Quantum Key Agreement Protocols

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Quantum Computing: Applications and Challenges (QSAC 2023)

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Abstract

Quantum Key Agreement (QKA) stands as a pivotal protocol in quantum cryptography, facilitating the shared creation of a secret key among participants over an insecure communication medium. This study explores the complex theoretical foundations and intricate mathematical frameworks integral to QKA. Additionally, it presents a structured analysis and categorization of various multi-party Quantum Key Agreement mechanisms, an increasingly significant topic in the quantum computing era. Each approach is scrutinized for its strengths and weaknesses, providing a comprehensive comparative study that covers their real-world applications and the unique challenges they face. Striking a balance between detailed technical exposition and perceptive observations on the broader implications of these quantum technologies, this paper offers a well-rounded view on advancing secure quantum communication systems. The goal of this research is to furnish readers with a thorough understanding of QKA principles and an insightful perspective on the diverse opportunities and obstacles presented by different multi-party QKA frameworks.

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  1. LaSTIC laboratory, University of Batna 2, 05000, Batna, Algeria

    Youssouf Achouri

  2. LAMIE laboratory, University of Batna 2, 05000, Batna, Algeria

    Rima Djellab

  3. LIGM, ESIEE Paris, University of Gustave Eiffel, 93162, Noisy-le-Grand, France

    Khaled Hamouid

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Achouri, Y., Djellab, R., Hamouid, K. (2024). An Overview of Quantum Key Agreement Protocols. In: Drias, H., Yalaoui, F. (eds) Quantum Computing: Applications and Challenges. QSAC 2023. Information Systems Engineering and Management, vol 2. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-59318-5_1

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