Trapped Ion Quantum Computing: A Framework for Addressing Security Vulnerabilities

Authors

  • Karli Wallace Air Force Institute of Technology
  • Leleia Hsia Air Force Institute of Technology
  • Mark Reith Air Force Institute of Technology

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.34190/eccws.23.1.2343

Keywords:

Quantum Computing, Cybersecurity, Trapped Ion, Threat Modeling, Risk Assessment Framework

Abstract

Trapped ion quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize computational paradigms. As the adoption of this technology grows, so does the need for stringent scrutiny of its involvement in cybersecurity, especially when it has implications in national defense or critical infrastructure. While trapped ion quantum computing offers transformative capabilities, it is vital to carefully examine the potential vulnerabilities associated with its use and patch them before implementing this powerful technology. In this paper, we examine the potential vulnerabilities in trapped ion quantum computing systems and propose a framework for addressing them. This framework includes risk assessment for evaluating vulnerabilities, threat modeling for identifying exploits, and prevention and mitigation for reducing their impact.

Author Biography

Karli Wallace, Air Force Institute of Technology

Cyber systems master's degree student in the Department of Engineering and Computer Sciences at the Air Force Institute of Technology 

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Published

2024-06-21