A single-qubit position verification protocol that is secure against multi-qubit attacks

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2104.06301v3
• Date: Mon, 23 Jan 2023 15:58:51 GMT
• Title: A single-qubit position verification protocol that is secure against multi-qubit attacks
• Authors: Andreas Bluhm, Matthias Christandl, Florian Speelman
• Abstract summary: We show that minimal quantum resources, in the form of a single qubit, combined with classical communication are sufficient to thwart quantum adversaries. More precisely, we show that the adversaries using an increasing amount of entanglement can be combatted solely by increasing the number of classical bits used in the protocol.
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• License: http://arxiv.org/licenses/nonexclusive-distrib/1.0/
• Abstract: The position of a device or agent is an important security credential in today's society, both online and in the real world. Unless in direct proximity, however, the secure verification of a position is impossible without further assumptions. This is true classically, but also in any future quantum-equipped communications infrastructure. We show in this work that minimal quantum resources, in the form of a single qubit, combined with classical communication are sufficient to thwart quantum adversaries that pretend to be at a specific position and have the ability to coordinate their action with entanglement. More precisely, we show that the adversaries using an increasing amount of entanglement can be combatted solely by increasing the number of classical bits used in the protocol. The presented protocols are noise-robust and within reach of current quantum technology.

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