Symmetric Key Exchange: Lightweight Alternatives for Post-Quantum IoT

Explore lightweight alternatives for symmetric key exchange in a post-quantum IoT environment through this 32-minute conference talk by Bor de Kock, Assistant Professor of Cryptology at NTNU Trondheim. Delve into the advantages of symmetric cryptographic primitives like AES for secure encryption in resource-constrained settings. Discover new protocols for symmetric authenticated key exchange that offer full forward secrecy and address key synchronization challenges. Learn about innovative key evolution methods designed to enhance security for IoT devices and other scenarios requiring efficient post-quantum cryptography. Gain insights into overcoming traditional limitations of static, long-term keys in symmetric algorithms while maintaining their simplicity, efficiency, and security in a post-quantum world.