| 1 |
Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Implementation |
Challenges in implementing practical QKD in real-world scenarios. |
Security |
2015-01-10 |
High |
Open |
| 2 |
Photon Loss in QKD Systems |
Loss of photons during transmission affects the security and feasibility of QKD systems. |
Security |
2016-03-20 |
High |
Open |
| 3 |
Decoy State Protocols Limitations |
Issues with decoy state protocols that impact key distribution rates. |
Security |
2017-05-15 |
Medium |
Open |
| 4 |
Software Security for Quantum Protocols |
Vulnerabilities in software handling quantum keys and protocols. |
Software |
2018-07-25 |
High |
Open |
| 5 |
Side-Channel Attacks on QKD |
Exploiting physical side channels to breach QKD security. |
Security |
2019-09-30 |
Critical |
Open |
| 6 |
Integration of QKD with Existing Networks |
Challenges in integrating QKD technology into classical networking systems. |
Integration |
2020-11-05 |
Medium |
Open |
| 7 |
Universal Composability in QKD |
Achieving universal composability for quantum protocols remains a challenge. |
Theory |
2021-02-14 |
High |
Open |
| 8 |
Scalability of Quantum Networks |
Scaling QKD networks to support large-scale applications. |
Network |
2021-03-01 |
High |
Open |
| 9 |
Quantum Repeaters Technology |
Developing efficient quantum repeaters for long-distance QKD. |
Technology |
2021-04-20 |
High |
Open |
| 10 |
Detector Efficiency |
Improving the efficiency of single-photon detectors used in QKD. |
Technology |
2021-05-18 |
Medium |
Open |
| 11 |
Trustworthiness of Quantum Devices |
Ensuring that quantum devices are trustworthy and not compromised. |
Trust |
2021-06-22 |
Critical |
Open |
| 12 |
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Transition |
Transitioning existing PKI to be secure against quantum attacks. |
Infrastructure |
2021-07-30 |
High |
In Progress |
| 13 |
Quantum Cryptography Education |
Lack of understanding and education in quantum cryptography among practitioners. |
Education |
2021-08-14 |
Medium |
Open |
| 14 |
Interoperability between QKD systems |
Ensuring different QKD systems can work together effectively. |
Integration |
2021-09-10 |
Medium |
Open |
| 15 |
Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards |
Establishing standards for post-quantum cryptographic algorithms. |
Standards |
2021-10-01 |
High |
In Progress |
| 16 |
Implementation of Quantum Signatures |
Challenges faced when implementing quantum digital signatures. |
Security |
2021-10-20 |
Medium |
Open |
| 17 |
Quantum Channel Capacity |
Maximizing the capacity of quantum channels for secure communication. |
Theory |
2021-11-15 |
Medium |
Open |
| 18 |
Entanglement-Based QKD |
Challenges related to implementing entanglement-based QKD protocols. |
Security |
2021-12-09 |
High |
Open |
| 19 |
Quantum Computing Attacks |
Risks posed by quantum computers on current encryption methods. |
Security |
2022-01-18 |
Critical |
Open |
| 20 |
Deployment Cost of QKD Systems |
High costs associated with deploying QKD systems commercially. |
Economics |
2022-02-25 |
Medium |
Open |
| 21 |
Environmental Factors Affecting QKD |
Impact of environmental factors on the reliability of QKD systems. |
Physical |
2022-03-14 |
Medium |
Open |
| 22 |
QKD in Mobile Networks |
Challenges of implementing QKD in mobile communication systems. |
Integration |
2022-04-10 |
Medium |
Open |
| 23 |
User Interface Challenges for Quantum Systems |
Complexity of user interfaces in quantum cryptographic applications. |
User Experience |
2022-05-29 |
Low |
Open |
| 24 |
Compatibility with Legacy Systems |
Integrating quantum cryptographic solutions with legacy systems. |
Integration |
2022-06-15 |
Medium |
Open |
| 25 |
Hardware Security |
Ensuring the security of quantum hardware against physical attacks. |
Security |
2022-07-22 |
High |
Open |
| 26 |
Quantum Network Routing Protocols |
Developing efficient routing protocols for quantum networks. |
Network |
2022-08-01 |
Medium |
Open |
| 27 |
Resource Management in Quantum Networks |
Challenges in resource allocation within a quantum network. |
Management |
2022-09-11 |
Medium |
Open |
| 28 |
Quantum State Discrimination |
Difficulties related to distinguishing between different quantum states. |
Theory |
2022-10-05 |
Medium |
Open |
| 29 |
Quantum Communication Noise |
Managing noise in quantum channels for secure communication. |
Physical |
2022-11-13 |
Medium |
Open |
| 30 |
Legal Compliance of Quantum Technologies |
Adhering to legal frameworks while developing quantum solutions. |
Legal |
2022-12-30 |
Medium |
Open |
| 31 |
Data Privacy in Quantum Environments |
Protecting data privacy in quantum computing systems. |
Privacy |
2023-01-25 |
High |
Open |
| 32 |
Reliability of Quantum Equipment |
Issues related to the reliability of quantum cryptographic equipment. |
Hardware |
2023-02-10 |
Medium |
Open |
| 33 |
Quantum Bit Error Rate |
Minimizing the error rate in quantum bit transmissions for QKD. |
Technical |
2023-03-22 |
Medium |
Open |
| 34 |
Exploits in Quantum Algorithms |
Potential vulnerabilities in quantum algorithms for cryptography. |
Security |
2023-04-15 |
High |
Open |
| 35 |
Certification of Quantum Security |
Establishing certification processes for quantum-secure systems. |
Standards |
2023-05-23 |
Medium |
Open |
| 36 |
Cryptographic Protocol Design |
Difficulties in designing novel cryptographic protocols utilizing quantum mechanics. |
Theory |
2023-06-14 |
Medium |
Open |
| 37 |
Quantum Computing Resource Allocation |
Optimal allocation of resources for quantum computing applications in cryptography. |
Management |
2023-07-26 |
Medium |
Open |
| 38 |
Knowledge Sharing in Quantum Security |
Barriers to knowledge sharing and best practices in quantum cryptography. |
Collaboration |
2023-08-11 |
Medium |
Open |
| 39 |
Public Perception of Quantum Technologies |
Understanding and addressing public concerns regarding quantum technologies. |
Public Relations |
2023-09-03 |
Medium |
Open |
| 40 |
Interdisciplinary Collaboration |
Need for collaboration among disciplines in quantum cryptography efforts. |
Collaboration |
2023-10-05 |
Medium |
Open |
| 41 |
Robustness of Quantum Protocols |
Ensuring quantum protocols can withstand various types of attacks. |
Security |
2022-11-20 |
High |
Open |
| 42 |
Quantum Network Topology Challenges |
Challenges in designing optimal topologies for quantum networks. |
Network |
2023-01-12 |
Medium |
Open |
| 43 |
Secure Quantum Key Management |
Managing quantum keys securely throughout their lifecycle. |
Management |
2023-03-16 |
High |
Open |
| 44 |
Dependability of Quantum Operations |
Ensuring dependable and consistent operations in quantum systems. |
Technical |
2023-04-20 |
Medium |
Open |
| 45 |
Scalable QKD Protocols |
Developing scalable protocols for widespread QKD deployment. |
Security |
2023-05-29 |
Medium |
Open |
| 46 |
Quantum Anonymity Solutions |
Creating protocols for maintaining anonymity in quantum communication. |
Privacy |
2023-07-01 |
Medium |
Open |
| 47 |
Standardization of Quantum Systems |
Establishing common standards for quantum cryptographic systems. |
Standards |
2023-08-15 |
Medium |
Open |
| 48 |
Adversarial Quantum Computing,Challenges posed by adversarial quantum computing on security measures." |
Security |
2023-09-09 |
Critical |
Open |
NaN |
| 49 |
Insider Threats in Quantum Networks |
Risks of insider threats in the management of quantum networks. |
Security |
2023-10-12 |
Medium |
Open |
| 50 |
Quantum Device Manufacturing |
Challenges in the mass manufacturing of reliable quantum devices. |
Economics |
2023-11-04 |
Medium |
Open |
| 51 |
Entanglement Distribution |
Distributing entangled states efficiently across network nodes. |
Technological |
2023-12-02 |
High |
Open |
| 52 |
Single Photon Source Efficiency |
Improving the efficiency and reliability of single-photon sources. |
Technological |
2022-11-15 |
Medium |
Open |
| 53 |
Quantum Concurrent Sessions |
Managing concurrent quantum key distribution sessions effectively and securely. |
Technical |
2022-12-14 |
Medium |
Open |
| 54 |
Quantum Security Audits |
Challenges in conducting security audits for quantum systems. |
Auditing |
2023-01-22 |
Medium |
Open |
| 55 |
Global Quantum Network Management |
Managing a globally distributed quantum network effectively. |
Management |
2023-02-16 |
High |
Open |
| 56 |
Vulnerabilities in Quantum Computing Algorithms |
Identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in quantum algorithms used in cryptography. |
Security |
2023-03-28 |
High |
Open |
| 57 |
Quantum Spectrum Management |
Challenges in managing the spectrum of quantum communication channels. |
Management |
2023-04-11 |
Medium |
Open |
| 58 |
Cross-Platform Quantum Security Solutions |
Creating solutions that work across different quantum platforms and protocols. |
Integration |
2023-05-05 |
Medium |
Open |
| 59 |
Resource Leakage in Quantum Systems |
Preventing resource leakage in quantum cryptographic systems. |
Security |
2023-06-19 |
Medium |
Open |
| 60 |
Formal Verification of Quantum Algorithms |
Challenges in verifying the correctness of quantum algorithms. |
Verification |
2023-07-08 |
Medium |
Open |
| 61 |
Quantum Cryptography for IoT Devices |
Developing quantum cryptographic solutions suitable for IoT applications. |
IoT |
2023-08-26 |
Medium |
Open |
| 62 |
Quantum System User Acceptance |
Gaining user acceptance and understanding of quantum cryptographic systems. |
Acceptance |
2023-09-30 |
Medium |
Open |
| 63 |
Quantum Resource Allocation Policies |
Developing policies for fair resource allocation in quantum systems. |
Policy |
2023-10-05 |
Medium |
Open |
| 64 |
Ontological Security in Quantum Cryptography |
Ensuring ontological security principles are followed in quantum systems. |
Theory |
2022-12-25 |
Medium |
Open |
| 65 |
Quantum Resilience to Classical Attacks |
Ensuring quantum systems remain secure against classical computing attacks. |
Security |
2023-01-09 |
Medium |
Open |
| 66 |
Human Factors in Quantum Security |
Addressing human factors that may compromise quantum security. |
Human Factors |
2023-02-07 |
Medium |
Open |
| 67 |
Quantum Communication Delay |
Mitigating delays in quantum communication for real-time applications. |
Technical |
2023-03-18 |
Medium |
Open |
| 68 |
Handling Quantum Information Safely |
Best practices for handling and storing quantum information securely. |
Safety |
2023-04-12 |
Medium |
Open |
| 69 |
Interdisciplinary Education in Quantum Cryptography |
Creating educational programs that cross boundaries of disciplines. |
Education |
2023-05-30 |
Low |
Open |
| 70 |
Public Key Recovery in Quantum Contexts |
Developing methods for public key recovery in quantum networks. |
Technical |
2023-06-22 |
Medium |
Open |
| 71 |
Crosstalk in Quantum Devices |
Managing crosstalk between quantum devices within a network. |
Technical |
2023-07-11 |
Medium |
Open |
| 72 |
Quantum Entropy Generation |
Understanding entropy generation and its implications in quantum systems. |
Theory |
2023-08-19 |
Medium |
Open |
| 73 |
Quantum Communication Scalability |
Scaling quantum communication solutions for industrial applications. |
Implementation |
2023-09-17 |
Medium |
Open |
| 74 |
Biometrics in Quantum Security |
Integrating biometrics in quantum cryptographic systems for enhanced security. |
Integration |
2023-10-14 |
Medium |
Open |
| 75 |
Quantum Firewall Technologies |
Developing quantum firewall technologies to protect quantum networks. |
Security |
2023-11-20 |
Medium |
Open |
| 76 |
Quantum Teleportation Frameworks |
Frameworks for implementing quantum teleportation securely in networks. |
Security |
2022-11-04 |
Medium |
Open |
| 77 |
Quantum Trust Models |
Creating models that establish trust in quantum communications and transactions. |
Trust |
2022-12-19 |
Medium |
Open |
| 78 |
Quantum Information Theoretic Approaches |
Using information theory principles to secure quantum communications. |
Theory |
2023-01-30 |
Medium |
Open |
| 79 |
Deploying QKD with Limited Resources |
Strategies for deploying QKD systems in resource-constrained environments. |
Implementation |
2023-02-24 |
Medium |
Open |
| 80 |
Counteracting Quantum Eavesdropping |
Developing methods to detect and counteract eavesdropping in quantum channels. |
Security |
2023-03-30 |
High |
Open |
| 81 |
User Training for Quantum Security |
Providing adequate training for users of quantum cryptographic systems. |
Training |
2023-04-28 |
Medium |
Open |
| 82 |
Assessing Quantum Threat Levels |
Establishing methodologies to assess threat levels to quantum systems. |
Assessment |
2023-05-24 |
Medium |
Open |
| 83 |
Quantum Protocol Misconfigurations |
Risks associated with misconfiguring quantum communication protocols. |
Security |
2023-06-29 |
Medium |
Open |
| 84 |
Controlling Quantum Decoherence |
Techniques to minimize decoherence in quantum communication systems. |
Technical |
2023-07-26 |
Medium |
Open |
| 85 |
Quantum Patent Clarity |
Navigating the complexities of patents in quantum technologies. |
Legal |
2023-08-08 |
Medium |
Open |
| 86 |
Understanding Quantum Efficiency Losses |
Identifying and mitigating efficiency losses in quantum devices. |
Technical |
2023-09-11 |
Medium |
Open |
| 87 |
Quantum Identity Management |
Creating secure identity management systems using quantum principles. |
Security |
2023-10-15 |
Medium |
Open |
| 88 |
Privacy-Preserving Quantum Protocols |
Designing quantum protocols that preserve user privacy effectively. |
Privacy |
2023-11-05 |
Medium |
Open |
| 89 |
Quantum Device Interference Issues |
Resolving interference issues between quantum devices in networks. |
Technical |
2022-10-16 |
Medium |
Open |
| 90 |
Quantum Circuit Breakers |
Developing breaking mechanisms for quantum circuits in adverse conditions. |
Technical |
2022-09-19 |
Medium |
Open |
| 91 |
Analyzing Quantum Communication Costs |
Evaluating the costs associated with quantum communication methods. |
Economics |
2023-01-15 |
Medium |
Open |
| 92 |
Quantum Security Metrics Development |
Creating metrics to evaluate the security of quantum systems. |
Assessment |
2023-02-02 |
Medium |
Open |
| 93 |
Managing Quantum Resource Contention |
Dealing with resource contention in quantum processing and communications. |
Management |
2023-03-04 |
Medium |
Open |
| 94 |
Quantum Security Maintenance Protocols |
Establishing protocols for routine maintenance and security of quantum systems. |
Management |
2023-04-16 |
Medium |
Open |
| 95 |
Enhancing Quantum Audit Trails |
Improving audit trails for quantum systems to ensure compliance and security. |
Auditing |
2023-05-11 |
Medium |
Open |
| 96 |
Regulatory Compliance for Quantum Cryptography |
Understanding and complying with regulations specific to quantum tech. |
Legal |
2023-06-25 |
Medium |
Open |
| 97 |
Creating Quantum Adversarial Models |
Developing models for simulating adversarial attacks on quantum systems. |
Security |
2023-07-31 |
Medium |
Open |
| 98 |
Optimizing Quantum Resource Utilization |
Strategies for optimizing the use of quantum resources in cryptographic applications. |
Optimization |
2023-09-14 |
Medium |
Open |
| 99 |
Quantum Supply Chain Security |
Ensuring the security of the supply chain for quantum devices and technologies. |
Security |
2023-10-26 |
Medium |
Open |
| 100 |
Quantum Intrusion Detection Systems |
Developing systems to detect intrusions in quantum communication networks. |
Security |
2023-12-01 |
Medium |
Open |