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%0 Thesis
%A Zhang, Sofia Xiaoshuang
%T A survey on certified deletion protocols : quantum cryptography
%I RWTH Aachen University
%V Bachelorarbeit
%C Aachen
%M RWTH-2025-05049
%P 1 Online-Ressource : Illustrationen
%D 2024
%Z Veröffentlicht auf dem Publikationsserver der RWTH Aachen University
%Z Bachelorarbeit, RWTH Aachen University, 2024
%X This thesis explores the emerging field of certified deletion within quantum cryptography, a technique that promises to ensure the permanent and verifiable erasure of data using the principles of quantum mechanics. As quantum computing continues to advance, traditional data deletion methods are increasingly vulnerable, necessitating the development of more robust solutions. Certified deletion leverages quantum states to provide guarantees that data, once deleted, cannot be recovered by any means, including those enabled by quantum technology. The thesis provides a comprehensive review of the current state of research in certified deletion, examining various cryptographic schemes and their applications. It delves into the weaknesses and advancements of each scheme, highlighting how they have evolved overtime. Additionally, the thesis briefly addresses the technical challenges associated with implementing these quantum-based deletion protocols with today’s technology and suggests future research directions to overcome these obstacles. By analyzing these developments, the work underscores the potential of quantum cryptography to revolutionize data security, ensuring that information, once deleted, is irreversibly lost. This study contributes to the broader understanding of quantum cryptography, highlighting its importance in securing data against the evolving capabilities of quantum computing.
%F PUB:(DE-HGF)2
%9 Bachelor Thesis
%R 10.18154/RWTH-2025-05049
%U https://publications.rwth-aachen.de/record/1012587