In recent years, with the rapid progress of quantum computing, experts have been very concerned about the future security of systems, especially because many classical cryptographic algorithms are now considered not safe enough. Hybrid cryptographic p...
In recent years, with the rapid progress of quantum computing, experts have been very concerned about the future security of systems, especially because many classical cryptographic algorithms are now considered not safe enough. Hybrid cryptographic protocol was proposed by integrating quantum-safe algorithms (Kyber and Dilithium) together with a classical ECDSA-based signature scheme to verify secure proof on blockchain. Since quantum computers pose some loopholes in existing cryptography algorithms, the proposed mechanism addresses those vulnerabilities by maintaining compatibility with the existing infrastructure. The protocol integrates post-quantum key exchange to derive shared secrets securely. The shared secrets are used to enable hybrid encryption for efficient data 1 The author of this thesis is a Global Korea Scholarship scholar sponsored by the Korean Government protection. Additionally, the implementation uses a dual-signature approach, using quantum safe and classical signatures. These signatures are combined to ensure robust and tamper-resistant proof verification. The deployed solution validates its feasibility and efficiency for smart contract-based verification. The protocol maintains backward compatibility with existing systems while providing strong resistance to quantum attacks. Benchmark results demonstrate the system’s scalability and robustness under high transaction loads, with efficient gas usage for on-chain proof validation. This approach paves the way for post-quantum secure applications, including verifiable proofs, secure key exchanges, and decentralized systems resilient to quantum adversaries.
key word: Quantum-resistant Cryptography, Hybrid encryption, Blockchain, Smart contract, Merkle root