With the acceleration of new power systems, there has been increasing emphasis on the need for secure power infrastructure. The implementation of 5G technology in power systems has leveraged wireless communication for the transmission of critical data. While this advancement has enhanced network accessibility, it has concurrently heightened security vulnerabilities. At present, the scheme to bolster the secure communication capabilities of power terminals through a fusion of quantum cryptography and lightweight identification technology is grappling with practical deployment challenges. To address this predicament, we introduce a novel quantum key-based lightweight authentication architecture for local communication networks. By leveraging a secure encryption chip in conjunction with lightweight authentication key technology, the proposed architecture facilitates efficient and secure connectivity among a multitude of terminals in local communication settings. A comprehensive security analysis shows that the proposed solution has strong security capabilities to meet the requirements of new power systems.
With the acceleration of new power systems, there has been increasing emphasis on the need for secure power infrastructure. The implementation of 5G technology in power systems has leveraged wireless communication for the transmission of critical data. While this advancement has enhanced network accessibility, it has concurrently heightened security vulnerabilities. At present, the scheme to bolster the secure communication capabilities of power terminals through a fusion of quantum cryptography and lightweight identification technology is grappling with practical deployment challenges. To address this predicament, we introduce a novel quantum key-based lightweight authentication architecture for local communication networks. By leveraging a secure encryption chip in conjunction with lightweight authentication key technology, the proposed architecture facilitates efficient and secure connectivity among a multitude of terminals in local communication settings. A comprehensive security analysis shows that the proposed solution has strong security capabilities to meet the requirements of new power systems.
This paper presents a security solution for power load control systems by integrating quantum key technology to address the security challenges encountered by traditional encryption methods in power systems. Conventional identity authentication and key exchange schemes often depend on pseudorandom number generators, which are susceptible to various attacks. The proposed scheme leverages quantum random number generation combined with symmetric encryption techniques to design an anonymous authentication protocol, aimed at safeguarding data transmission and load control processes within the power system. Specifically, the scheme includes a three-phase registration process and a two-phase authentication process to ensure secure communication between the Power Load Management System (PLS) and the Quantum Secure Load Control Terminal (QLT). During the registration phase, the PLS registers with the quantum key center, while the QLT registers with the quantum key center via the PLS. In the authentication phase, the scheme supports initial and rapid re-authentication using quantum keys and pseudonym technology to prevent identity spoofing, data tampering, and replay attacks. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed scheme maintains high security while offering reduced computational overhead and increased efficiency, making it well-suited for resource-constrained power system environments.
As a vital component of the "Ubiquitous Power Internet of Things" communication network, the key management of distributed energy storage charging pile communication systems is pivotal to the successful implementation of information security measures. Consequently, achieving lightweight security authentication and communication protection across vast numbers of heterogeneous devices has become an urgent priority. This paper proposes a lightweight network authentication scheme for distributed energy, energy storage, and charging pile systems based on quantum cryptography technology (Charging Pile Key Management Scheme, CPKMS). By integrating pre-shared symmetric keys with public key certificate mechanisms, it ensures efficient and secure network authentication and data transmission for terminal devices operating in resource-constrained environments. Analysis demonstrates that this scheme possesses resistance to forgery attacks, man-in-the-middle attacks, and replay attacks, balancing security and efficiency to meet the security requirements for network access key management in distributed energy storage and charging pile systems.
Smart grids leverage smart terminal devices to collect information from the user side, achieving accurate load forecasting and optimized dispatching of power systems, effectively improving power supply efficiency and reliability while reducing energy consumption. However, the development of quantum technology poses severe challenges to the communication security of smart grids that rely on traditional cryptography. To address this security risk in the quantum era, this paper draws on the core idea of quantum private comparison and proposes a quantum-secure identity authentication and key agreement scheme suitable for smart grids. This scheme uses Bell states as quantum resources, combines hash functions and XOR operations, and can adapt to resource-constrained terminal devices. Through a security proof, it verifies the scheme's ability to resist various attacks; the experimental results further show that the scheme still has good robustness in different noise environments, providing a feasible technical path for the secure communication of smart grids in the quantum environment and having clear practical engineering value.
The rapid growth of 5G wireless technology has transformed connectivity, offering exceptional bandwidth, ultralow latency, and massive IoT device connectivity.However, as quantum computers are progressing, resistance against attacks from such computers becomes a mandatory requirement for all critical infrastructure, necessitating efficient post-quantum cryptography (PQC) implementations for 5G-based IoT devices with limited resources.For instance, User Equipment (UE) reauthentication due to frequent handovers and mobility events is a daily operation that already comes with some overhead, which is not attractive to be used for IoT UE devices.Incorporating heavier PQ solutions into these re-authentications will lead to even more additional communication and computation overhead that may hinder PQ deployment in next generation networks.As such, this paper introduces a novel, lightweight approach for integrating PQC in 5G IoT authentication by proposing a custom identity-based session resumption mechanism without compromising interoperability with existing protocols.This approach prevents replay attacks and ensures perfect forward secrecy (PFS) by utilizing customized identities that are dynamically generated based on device-specific parameters, combined with intelligent server-side caching of quantum-resistant cryptographic materials that eliminate the need for full PQC computations during subsequent re-authentications.We demonstrate through realistic 5G experimentation that the proposed solution significantly lowers authentication overhead while providing quantumresistant security.
Next generation communication networks require advanced solutions in security to prevent the complex increasing threats in cyber space. This research combines quantum cryptography and artificial intelligence (AI) as a way to make network security stronger by protecting data’s confidentiality, integrity and authentication. Four key algorithms – Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), AI based Intrusion Detection, Blockchain enhanced Encryption and Post Quantum Cryptography are studied in the paper to assess their capability to secure the communication infrastructures.
The integration of quantum communication principles with 5G technology presents a groundbreaking approach to addressing the growing demand for high-speed, secure, and resilient communication systems. This paper proposes a Quantum-Driven Hybrid Network Architecture that leverages Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) for unparalleled security and combines it with 5G's ultra-fast data transmission capabilities. The architecture integrates key components such as QKD modules, 5G infrastructure, and edge computing, organized into a layered framework comprising quantum, network control, and application layers. Simulation results demonstrate significant improvements in throughput (up to 23.5%), latency reduction (up to 25%), and error rate reduction in high-noise environments (from 0.25% to 0.05%). The proposed system also exhibits enhanced security, achieving a 100% success rate in mitigating eavesdropping and man-in-the-middle attacks. Using resource-efficient mechanisms, the hybrid network achieves an overall accuracy of 97.8% in secure and resilient data transmission. This work validates the potential of quantum-enhanced 5G systems to meet the challenges of future communication networks.