Repeatability
Benchmark runs are designed around controlled parameters and recorded context so results can be compared without hiding the execution environment.
Methodology
Security
Keystone is a research prototype for evaluating cryptographic schemes. It helps inspect methods and results; it does not certify systems, compliance, or production readiness.
Input constraints
Algorithm selections, security levels, quantum parameters, and backend choices are bounded to reduce invalid or misleading experiment runs.
Credential handling
Quantum service access depends on API credentials. The thesis implementation treats those credentials as local secrets rather than public site data.
Cryptographic material
Hybrid encryption demonstrations keep key exchange, authenticated encryption, and signing responsibilities separated in the workflow.
Native isolation
High-performance cryptographic operations are routed through native adapter boundaries for liboqs and OpenSSL instead of being mixed into UI code.
Known limits
Cloud backend availability, quantum noise, and limited mitigation in thesis runs affect interpretation. Results should be reviewed with those constraints in view.