WEBINAR: Redefining Security – The challenges of implementing PQC
Webinar held on Wednesday, June 19th
In the late 1970s, cryptographic history saw the emergence of two seminal algorithms: McEliece and RSA. At that time, quantum threats were theoretical, and the selection criteria for cryptographic algorithms prioritized public key length and execution time, leading to RSA’s prominence while McEliece remained obscure despite its quantum-resistant properties. This changed in 1994 when Peter Shor’s algorithm exposed the vulnerabilities of both RSA and ECC to quantum attacks, sparking a quest for quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions. Since the early 2000s, the cryptographic community has pursued candidate algorithms to replace conventional standards, culminating in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) initiating a call for proposals in 2016 to establish Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) standards.
Why is PQC Important?
The impetus for PQC is multifaceted, anchored in the imminent reality of quantum computing. Unlike classical computers, quantum counterparts exhibit exponential growth in computational power, accelerating the potential breach of traditional cryptographic algorithms. PQC assumes paramount importance in safeguarding long-term confidentiality, preempting the specter of adversaries armed with powerful quantum computers poised to unravel encrypted communications. Standardization efforts, epitomized by initiatives like CNSA 2.0, underscore the strategic imperative of strengthening as soon as possible and even today cryptographic infrastructure against quantum adversaries of tomorrow.
The challenges of implementing PQC, dedicated webinar on Wednesday 19th June
Secure-IC, with years of experience in PQC implementation, offers a unique and empirical perspective on the challenges associated with transitioning from classic cryptography to PQC, including performance, security, and certification issues. In an upcoming webinar hosted by SemiWiki on Wednesday 19th June at 8AM PST / 5PM CET, Secure-IC’s co-founder and CTO, Sylvain Guilley, and CMO, Yan-Taro Clochard, will delve into the complexities of PQC adoption.
They will highlight the crucial importance of side-channel protection and the need for integrated hardware and software measures to ensure robust security. Additionally, they will discuss the intricate operation of PQC within integrated Secure Elements and showcase how Secure-IC’s Securyzr™ uniquely addresses these challenges.
The webinar agenda includes the following topics:
- Why is transitioning to Post-Quantum Cryptography urgent for future security?
- What are the key industrial challenges in implementing PQC?
- How can side-channel protection enhance PQC security measures?
- How do Secure-IC’s solutions ensure seamless and robust PQC implementation?