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Abstract

Networks and entity groupings requires entity authentication while preserving the
privacy of the entity being authenticated. Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) plays an
important role in authentication without revealing secret information. Diffie–Hellman
(D-H) key exchange algorithm was developed to exchange secret keys through
unprotected channels. This paper discusses zero-knowledge protocols and Diffie–
Hellman algorithm and analyzes their vulnerability against known attacks. Also it
presents a proposed protocol based on modification of Diffie–Hellman algorithm into
an interactive zero-knowledge proof protocol. The proposed protocol is designed and
developed to satisfy the zero-knowledge proof properties and resists the known attacks