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NIST issues roadmap for post-quantum cryptography transition

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The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released a new report, NISTIR 8547, to guide organizations in their transition to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) standards. This report details the migration timelines and activities necessary for federal agencies and other organizations to adopt PQC, which is essential for protecting data from future quantum computer attacks. The urgency is driven by the "harvest now, decrypt later" threat, where adversaries collect data today to decrypt it once quantum computing matures. Federal systems are targeted for migration by 2030-2031 for key establishment and digital signatures, with a broader goal of 2035. AI

IMPACT Ensures future data security against quantum computing threats, impacting all digital infrastructure.

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  1. NIST News TIER_1 English(EN) · Sarah Henderson ·

    NIST Report Provides Guidelines for Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards

    This report describes the timelines and migration activities for federal agencies, and it can serve as a key resource for technology providers and organizations that are developing their quantum-readiness road maps.

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