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Adrien Green1, Jeremy Lawrence2, George Siopsis1

  • 1Department of Physics and Astronomy, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA.

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Quantum key distribution (QKD) offers enhanced cybersecurity for hydropower facilities by providing a quantum-secure alternative to traditional encryption methods. This technology can protect critical infrastructure communications against future computing threats.

Area of Science:

  • Cybersecurity
  • Quantum Cryptography
  • Critical Infrastructure Protection

Background:

  • Remote monitoring and control of hydropower facilities increase cyber-attack surface.
  • Current encryption methods face vulnerabilities due to advancements in computing, like quantum computing.
  • Public communication infrastructures are increasingly used for component monitoring.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the application of quantum key distribution (QKD) for securing hydropower facility communications.
  • To present quantum cryptography as a viable alternative to traditional encryption for critical infrastructures.
  • To outline a potential quantum cybersecurity roadmap for hydropower facilities.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of quantum key distribution (QKD) principles and modalities.
Keywords:
QKDQKD post-processingcritical infrastructurecyber-physical securitydamshydropowerquantum key distributionquantum security

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  • Exploration of secure key generation using photon detection in QKD.

    • Main Results:

    • QKD provides a secure method for generating shared private keys resistant to computational attacks.
    • Quantum cryptographic protocols offer inherent security features, unlike traditional cryptography.
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    Conclusions:

    • Quantum key distribution (QKD) presents a novel and robust solution for enhancing the cybersecurity of hydropower facilities.
    • The adoption of quantum cryptography can mitigate risks associated with advanced computing threats to critical infrastructure.
    • Further research into quantum cybersecurity roadmaps is essential for hydropower facility protection.