Why Be Quantum-safe?

Quantum computers are able to solve complex problems exponentially faster than classical computers.

However, the power of quantum computing along with Peter Shor’s algorithm developed in 1994, has the capability to break traditional cryptography such as RSA in a significant shorter period of time. Organizations are now faced with a new threat vector. As bad actors gain access to these powerful quantum computers, traditional cryptography will be exposed.

In 2024, NIST announced its first three (3) quantum safe algorithms that organizations can use to safeguard quantum-based attacks. The list has grown to five (5) in 2025.

Most experts are predicting quantum-based attacks will be upon society by 2026 and increasing its frequency every year after. The need to prepare for this threat adds to the current set of threat vectors we are facing every day.

At QCrypt Canada, we recognize the urgency to prepare against these threats. We leverage our expertise in security with our wide range of professional services to meet this new threat.

We believe the time is NOW to start to prepare. Why? The assessment of an organization’s cryptographic landscape can be a daunting task. To inventory, qualify and assess the current state can take a significant amount of time. Once this is achieved, the real work begins. Paving the road to adopt a quantum safe posture.

QCrypt Canada can help you get there and assist in every facet of this journey.

Quantum Computers

Quantum computers promise to revolutionize the way we solve some of the world’s toughest challenges. Picture this: tackling climate change models, streamlining logistics, and simulating complex drug interactions at lightning speed. With their ability to harness the unique principles of quantum mechanics, these machines can outperform traditional computers by leaps and bounds.

The Threat

This technological advancement also poses a serious threat: quantum computers have the potential to break existing cryptographic algorithms, putting organizations at risk of unprecedented security breaches.

QUANTUM COMPUTERS: THE DILEMMA

The challenge is clear: as we leap into the future with quantum technology, organizations must prioritize quantum-resistant solutions to secure your systems are quantum-safe.

What is a Quantum Safe System?

A Quantum Safe System must holistically address all domains where legacy cryptography is being used.

4 Major Domains:

Protection of data in transit
Protection of data at rest
Protection of platform integrity
Protection of management systems

Implementing Quantum Safety across all these domains has implications across the stack.

Hardware (Processor, Peripherals), Firmware, Operating Systems, Applications, Cryptographic Libraries (embedded in OS and/or Applications)
It has dependencies on (additional) standards and partners, including Open-Source Communities