QUANTUM-RESISTANT CRYPTOGRAPHY: PREPARING FOR THE POST-QUANTUM CYBERSECURITY ERA
Keywords:
Post-Quantum Cryptography, Quantum-Resistant Algorithms, Hybrid Cryptographic Models, Cryptographic Standardization, Cybersecurity ImplementationAbstract
This article examines the evolution and implications of quantum-resistant cryptography in preparing for the post-quantum cybersecurity landscape. It explores current vulnerabilities in traditional cryptographic systems and analyzes the emerging threats posed by quantum computing advances. The article discusses the NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography Standardization Project and evaluates various quantum-resistant approaches, including lattice-based cryptography, hash-based signatures, and multivariate polynomial schemes. Through detailed analysis of implementation challenges, the article investigates performance considerations and integration issues while proposing hybrid cryptographic models as transitional solutions. The article also examines standardization efforts, policy frameworks, and future research directions, providing organizations with strategic insights for securing their systems against quantum threats.
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