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Quantum cryptography: individual eavesdropping with the knowledge of the error-correcting protocol

Journal Article · · Quantum Electronics (Woodbury, N.Y.)
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  1. B.I. Stepanov Institute of Physics, National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, Minsk (Belarus)
The quantum key distribution protocol BB84 combined with the repetition protocol for error correction is analysed from the point of view of its security against individual eavesdropping relying on quantum memory. It is shown that the mere knowledge of the error-correcting protocol changes the optimal attack and provides the eavesdropper with additional information on the distributed key. (fifth seminar in memory of d.n. klyshko)
OSTI ID:
21466782
Journal Information:
Quantum Electronics (Woodbury, N.Y.), Journal Name: Quantum Electronics (Woodbury, N.Y.) Journal Issue: 12 Vol. 37; ISSN 1063-7818
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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