A chaos-based quantum group signature scheme in quantum cryptosystem

Abstract

A quantum group signature (QGS) scheme is proposed on the basis of an improved quantum chaotic encryption algorithm using the quantum one-time pad with a chaotic operation string. It involves a small-scale quantum computation network in three phases, i.e. initializing phase, signing phase and verifying phase. In the scheme, a member of the group signs the message on behalf of the group while the receiver verifies the signature's validity with the aid of the trusty group manager who plays a crucial role when a possible dispute arises. Analysis result shows that the signature can neither be forged nor disavowed by any malicious attackers.