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Key distribution is already solved until someone can actually solve a large discrete logarithm problem with a quantum computer. You cannot use this mechanism t
by noqc 1y ago
Key distribution is already solved until someone can actually solve a large discrete logarithm problem with a quantum computer.
You cannot use this mechanism to send messages, only to agree on a secret that neither party chooses.
- bawolff 1y agoEven if someone can solve discrete log, we have other algorithms like kyber. QKD also isn't safe against (active) MITM attacks, which is kind of important.