Exploring Real-Valued Unitaries for Pseudorandom Properties

المفاهيم الأساسية

Real-valued unitaries can exhibit pseudorandom properties with a simple construction.

الملخص

The content delves into the exploration of real-valued unitaries to achieve pseudorandom properties. It discusses the distribution of unitaries and their statistical indistinguishability from random Haar unitaries. The analysis shows that even simpler constructions can suffice under certain conditions, leading to an efficient cryptographic instantiation. Various works on pseudorandom quantum states and unitaries are referenced, highlighting the challenges and progress in achieving pseudorandomness with real-valued constructions. The technical overview covers flattening states, achieving randomness, and proving main theorems. Notable results include achieving flatness through binary phase application and computational basis permutation, as well as demonstrating closeness to almost invariant states under specific conditions.
1. Introduction

Pseudorandomness in cryptography is fundamental.
PRP construction requires fewer random bits than a random function.
Quantum objects' pseudorandomness is explored.
2. Preliminaries

Notation includes key concepts like concentration bounds.
Definitions of quantum-secure pseudorandom functions and permutations are provided.
Almost invariance under Haar unitaries is discussed.
3. Somewhat Pseudorandom Unitaries

Definition of non-adaptive orthogonal-inputs secure pseudorandom units.
Construction using quantum secure one-way functions.
4. Analysis
Achieving Flatness

Application of random binary phase for state flattening.
Getting from Flat States to Random-Looking Ones

Analysis of applying binary phase and permutation to orthogonal flat vectors.
Focusing on Unique States

Consideration of unique states for closeness to almost invariant states.
Using Orthogonality to Reach Closeness to an Almost Invariant State

Examination of operators summing over unique vs all permutations.

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Real-Valued Somewhat-Pseudorandom Unitaries

by Zvika Braker... في arxiv.org 03-26-2024

https://arxiv.org/pdf/2403.16704.pdf

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How do real-valued unitary constructions compare with complex ones

Real-valued unitary constructions differ from complex ones in terms of their pseudorandom properties. While complex-valued unitaries can achieve full pseudorandomness, real-valued unitaries have limitations due to the nature of their operations. For example, a recent study by Metger et al. showed that non-adaptive real-valued pseudorandom unitaries can exhibit pseudorandom properties for specific sets of inputs but may not be fully secure against entangled queries.

What implications do these findings have for quantum cryptography

These findings have significant implications for quantum cryptography. By showing that certain real-valued unitary constructions can still exhibit some level of pseudorandomness, researchers are able to explore simpler and more efficient cryptographic instantiations without compromising security entirely. This opens up possibilities for practical implementations of quantum-secure one-way functions and cryptographic protocols based on them.

How might scalable versions of these constructions impact cryptographic security

The development of scalable versions of these constructions could greatly impact cryptographic security in quantum systems. Scalable constructions would allow for more flexibility and adaptability in implementing secure communication protocols, ensuring robust protection against potential attacks or vulnerabilities. Additionally, scalability could lead to advancements in quantum key distribution, secure multiparty computation, and other cryptographic applications by providing stronger guarantees on the security and efficiency of the underlying mechanisms.