Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) is an approach for establishing symmetrical binary keys between distant users in an information-theoretically secure way. In this paper we provide an overview of existing solutions that integrate QKD within the most popular architecture for establishing secure communications in modern IP (Internet Protocol) networks - IPsec (Internet Protocol security). The provided overview can be used to further design the integration of QKD within the IPsec architecture striving for a standardized solution.
翻译:量子键分布(QKD)是用信息理论安全的方式在远方用户之间建立对称二进制钥匙的一种方法,本文件概述了将QKD纳入最受欢迎的架构的现有解决办法,以便在现代IP(互联网协议)网络中建立安全通信-IPsec(互联网协议安全),所提供的概览可用于进一步设计QKD在IPsec架构中整合,力求实现标准化解决方案。