A Leading Researcher in 5G/6G and Quantum Security
Professor You Ilsun, Department of Information Security, Cryptology, and Mathematics
场地
Science
项目主办机构
Ministry of Science and ICT
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● A Leading Researcher in 5G/6G and Quantum Security
Professor You Ilsun, Department of Information Security, Cryptology, and Mathematics, Kookmin University
From mobile internet security to quantum security —
a global leader shaping next-generation mobile communication security standards
● Research Overview
Professor You is a world-renowned expert in mobile internet security, mobile communication security, and quantum security, leading research on security protocols in 5G and 6G networks.
Notably, he implemented the world’s first PQC-based security protocol in a 5G private network, integrating them with the LG CNS solution, and contributed as a key member to establishing national security guidelines for Korea’s 5G private networks.
● Major Achievements
• Chair, IFIP Working Group 8.4 (Under one of the world’s top-three ICT academic organizations)
• 10,000+ citations on Google Scholar, H-Index: 58
• Development of AI-based detection technology for fake 5G base stations
• World’s first PQC migration for 5G security
• First research team in Korea to conduct security assessments for 5G private networks
• Proposal of international security standards for 5G/6G security (passed 1st approval stage)
● MobiSec Lab
• Design and verification of 5G/6G security protocols
• PQC-based quantum security research
• AI-based security threat detection
• Domestic and international standardization and global industry–academia collaboration
● External Activities
• Chair of Technology Division, Ministry of Science and ICT 5G Security Council
• Lead Inspector for base station security of Korea’s three major mobile carriers
• Organizer of Korea–Japan 5G/6G Security Workshops
• Participation in Horizon Europe research and collaboration discussions with NVIDIA
• Leadership of 6G/IoT quantum security standardization working groups
● Research Philosophy
“Do your best in every moment, no matter how small the task.
That mindset becomes the power to seize unexpected opportunities.”
● Advice to Students
• Build a strong foundation in cryptography, then expand into cyber security and convergence security fields
• Approach research driven by passion, not obligation
• Take full advantage of Kookmin University’s top-tier cryptography education and global research opportunities
● Strengths of the Department of Information Security, Cryptography, and Mathematics at Kookmin University
• Korea’s only department offering systematic education from basic to advanced cryptography
• Faculty members who are all leading researchers at the national level
• Extensive experience in international joint research and global standardization in cryptography and security
• Integrated curriculum combining theory, practice, and industry collaboration
