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International Conference on Emerging Research in Computational Science (ICERCS)

Quantum-Safe Federated Learning: Enhancing Data Privacy and Security

E. Kannan, Carmel Mary Belinda M J, S Ravikumar, Alex David S, Sriram Kannan, Vijay K

Published Dec 12, 2024• 8 citations
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Abstract

Ensuring data security and privacy is highly pertinent in today’s era marked by the dominance of collaborative machine learning. This study presents a novel framework, named" Quantum-Resilient Privacy-Preserving Federated Learning for Enhanced Data Security," which leverages quantum computing to strengthen federated learning models against adversarial risks and enhance privacy safeguards. Our research investigates the incorporation of quantum key distribution and entanglement protocols into federated learning, therefore establishing a quantum- resilient methodology. The findings demonstrate the model’s ability to effectively resist advanced threats, hence assuring the maintenance of strong data security measures. The utilization of quantum technology in this context serves to strengthen the fundamental principles of cryptography, while simultaneously introducing a novel approach to enhancing privacy. Moreover, the study explores the potential of the framework to accommodate various datasets from different cooperating entities, while also resolving the difficulties presented by the diversity of the data. The framework’s success in accommodating multiple machine learning models and applications is demonstrated by evaluations of scalability and computing efficiency. In essence, the research paper titled" Quantum-Resilient Privacy-Preserving Federated Learning for Enhanced Data Security" represents a significant progression in the field of safeguarding collaborative machine learning. The quantum-resilient paradigm not only increases privacy but also offers a safe foundation for the future of collaborative machine learning. The issue at hand pertains to the growing apprehensions over the safeguarding of data privacy and security within the context of our technologically advanced day.

DOI
10.1109/icercs63125.2024.10895353

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