Madiha of National University of Science & Technology

Quantum computing is redefining the future of secure communication, with Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) at its forefront. QKD protocols such as BB84 and B92 exploit quantum properties like superposition and entanglement to enable secure key exchange and eavesdropping detection. Beyond QKD, quantum computing introduces both threats and opportunities: Shor’s algorithm challenges RSA and ECC, while Grover’s search impacts symmetric cryptography by reducing brute-force complexity. At the same time, quantum tools such as true random number generators can enhance security. This talk explores QKD, quantum threats to cryptography, and pathways toward quantum-resilient systems.

Biography:

Dr. Madiha Khalid is an Assistant Professor at NUST School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. She earned her PhD in 2023 from Bahria University, Pakistan, where she researched securing IoT devices with lightweight cryptographic protocols. Her expertise includes applied cryptography, hardware security, and quantum cryptanalysis. She introduced quantum cryptography in the MS Information Security curriculum and recently led a NESCOM-funded project on quantum implementations of lightweight ciphers. Her current focus is on FPGA-based quantum emulation of cryptographic protocols, quantum cryptanalysis of symmetric algorithms and post-quantum cipher development.

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