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Cryptography is one of the core pillars of digital trust. It protects communications, transactions, processes and ultimately, digital identity. But the cryptographic systems we rely on today are approaching a turning point.<\/p>\n
Algorithms like RSA and ECC, widely used in digital certificates, electronic signatures, and authentication, could become vulnerable as quantum computing advances.<\/p>\n
That\u2019s why the industry is already preparing for what comes next: post-quantum cryptography (PQC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#E62E3B” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#E62E3B” header_3_font=”|600|on||||||” header_3_text_color=”#E62E3B” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Post-quantum cryptography (PQC) refers to a new generation of cryptographic algorithms designed to remain secure against both classical and quantum computers. Today\u2019s digital infrastructure is built on asymmetric cryptography, which underpins:<\/p>\n However, quantum computers will be able to solve certain mathematical problems, such as integer factorization and discrete logarithms, much more efficiently than classical computers.<\/p>\n This means widely used algorithms like RSA and ECC<\/strong> could eventually be broken.<\/p>\n PQC addresses this challenge by relying on alternative mathematical approaches, such as lattice-based, hash-based, and code-based cryptography, which are considered resistant to quantum attacks.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#E62E3B” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#E62E3B” header_3_font=”|600|on||||||” header_3_text_color=”#E62E3B” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Post-quantum cryptography is not just a future concern, it\u2019s a present-day strategic priority. Organizations that delay risk facing:<\/p>\n There is also a growing threat already in motion: \u201charvest now, decrypt later.<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n This attack model involves intercepting encrypted data today and storing it until it can be decrypted in the future using quantum computing. In other words, data stolen today could still be valuable years from now.<\/p>\n This is especially critical for organizations that manage long-term sensitive data, including:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#E62E3B” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#E62E3B” header_3_font=”|600|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#E62E3B” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The transition to post-quantum cryptography won\u2019t happen overnight. It requires planning, visibility, and flexibility. Some key first steps include:<\/p>\n Understand which cryptographic algorithms are in use, where they are deployed, and how they support your systems.<\/p>\n Crypto-agility is the ability to quickly adapt and replace cryptographic algorithms without disrupting operations. This will be essential as standards continue to evolve.<\/p>\n Organizations such as NIST are already defining and standardizing post-quantum algorithms, providing a roadmap for adoption.<\/p>\n Quantum computing is still evolving, but the need to prepare is already here.<\/p>\n Organizations that take action today will be better positioned to protect their digital identity infrastructure, ensure compliance, and maintain trust in a post-quantum world.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#E62E3B” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#E62E3B” header_3_font=”|600|on||||||” header_3_text_color=”#E62E3B” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nWhat is Post-Quantum Cryptography?<\/h2>\n
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Why does it matter for organizations?<\/h2>\n
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Harvest Now, Decrypt Later<\/h2>\n
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How to start preparing<\/h2>\n
1. Gain visibility into your cryptographic assets<\/h3>\n
2. Build crypto-agility<\/h3>\n
3. Follow emerging standards<\/h3>\n
Preparing for a quantum future<\/h2>\n
How Keyfactor and Redtrust support the post-quantum transition<\/h2>\n