The Effectiveness of Quantum Operations for Eavesdropping on Sealed Messages
Abstract
A quantum protocol is described which enables a user to send sealed messages and that allows for the detection of active eavesdroppers. We examine a class of eavesdropping strategies, those that make use of quantum operations, and we determine the information gain versus disturbance caused by these strategies. We demonstrate this tradeoff with an example and we compare this protocol to quantum key distribution, quantum direct communication, and quantum seal protocols.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 04, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA523483
Entities
People
- Paul A. Lopata
- Thomas B. Bahder
Organizations
- United States Army Research Laboratory