Quantum Enhanced Entropy Pool for Cryptographic Applications and Proofs

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Abstract

This paper investigates the integration of quantum randomness into Verifiable Random Functions (VRFs) using the Ed25519 elliptic curve to strengthen cryptographic security. By replacing traditional pseudorandom number generators with quantum entropy sources, we assess the impact on key security and performance metrics, including execution time, and resource usage. Our approach simulates a modified VRF setup where initialization keys are derived from a quantum random number generator source (QRNG). The results show that while QRNGs could enhance the unpredictability and verifiability of VRFs, their incorporation introduces challenges related to temporal and computational overhead. This study provides valuable insights into the trade-offs of leveraging quantum randomness in API-driven cryptographic systems and offers a potential path toward more secure and efficient protocol design. The QRNG-based system shows increased (key generation times from 50 to 400+ μs, verification times from 500 to 3500 μs) and higher CPU usage (17% to 30%) compared to the more consistent performance of a Go-based VRF (key generation times below 200 μs, verification times under 2000 μs, CPU usage below 10%), highlighting trade-offs in computational efficiency and resource demands.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2024 IEEE Future Networks World Forum, FNWF 2024
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Pages897-902
Number of pages6
ISBN (electronic)979-8-3503-7949-5
ISBN (print)979-8-3503-7950-1
Publication statusPublished - Jun 2025
Peer-reviewedYes

Publication series

SeriesIEEE Future Networks World Forum (FNWF)
ISSN2770-7660

Conference

Title2024 IEEE Future Networks World Forum
Abbreviated titleFNWF 2024
Duration15 - 17 October 2024
Website
LocationRaffles Dubai
CityDubai
CountryUnited Arab Emirates

External IDs

ORCID /0000-0001-8469-9573/work/203069119

Keywords

Keywords

  • El lip tic Curve Cryp tog ra phy, Net work Se cu rity, Quan tum En tropy, Ver i fi able Ran dom Functions