A  Gray Image Quantum Encryption using GNEQR Representation

Achraf Abdelghafour Zemate; Moulay Brahim Sedra

doi:10.70715/jitcai.2024.v2.i1.002

Authors

Achraf Abdelghafour Zemate Ibn Tofail univeristy Author
Moulay Brahim Sedra Ibn Tofail univeristy Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70715/jitcai.2024.v2.i1.002

Keywords:

Quantum image encryption, GNEQR representation, quantum image processing, quantum gate , quantum encryption circuit

Abstract

In the digital era, characterized by extensive online data exchange, information security has become a priority. While traditional encryption methods have proven effective in protecting data transfers, the advent of advanced quantum computing has increased susceptibility to security breaches. Quantum encryption provides a revolutionary solution to this problem by using quantum mechanics principles to establish algorithms that are impermeable to decryption. Using these quantum properties, cryptographic protocols are developed to provide superior security, unlike traditional encryption methods. The image plays an important role in transmitting information in all areas. Therefore, quantum image encryption methods are specifically designed to counter the potential risks posed by quantum computers, which can compromise conventional encryption protocols. This ensures the preservation of data security despite advances in quantum computing technology. In addition, quantum image encryption improves data transmission efficiency by establishing secure communication channels using quantum stats, thereby reducing the need for bandwidth and improving transmission speed. This paper proposes a new method of quantum encryption based on GNEQR representation and the modification of pixel values and positions in an image. After converting the image into a quantum form, we applied an algorithm to modify the values and positions of the pixels using a succession of quantum gates. We concluded this study with a statistical analysis showing the robustness of our quantum image encryption method.

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