MultimodalKES delivers resilient,
multi-layered cryptographic protection for long-term security and
quantum-safe communications
WATERLOO, ON, May 13, 2024
/PRNewswire/ - evolutionQ, a leading quantum-safe
cybersecurity company, today unveiled MultimodalKES™, a
new cryptographic protocol that enables the establishment of
end-to-end (E2E) encryption keys for long-term secure, quantum-safe
communications. In support of the new protocol, evolutionQ issued a
corresponding white paper at the 10th annual ETSI/IQC Quantum Safe
Cryptography Conference in Singapore.
Relying on standards-based cryptographic methods, MultimodalKES
combines symmetric cryptography, post-quantum cryptography (PQC),
and current asymmetric key cryptography that, combined, possess
significantly stronger properties compared to other key
establishment solutions, making them resilient to both classical
and quantum computing attacks.
MultimodalKES is deployable at scale in many enterprise
applications via existing protocols (including TLS, IPSec, and
MACSec) and infrastructures such as routers or security appliances
– in the cloud or via customer-owned hardware security modules
(HSMs). It is easily upgraded to work with quantum key distribution
(QKD) devices, creating a solution to the last-mile challenge with
these networks. MultimodalKES improves upon the asymmetric-PQC
hybrid cryptographic approach recommended by national cybersecurity
agencies, including BSI (Germany)
and ANSSI (France), and with
implementations outlined by global standards bodies.
"Today's public-key cryptography is vulnerable to a multitude of
classical, AI, quantum, and other unknown threats. To better
protect themselves, government agencies and organizations in
critical industries are actively seeking resilient,
defense-in-depth approaches that address both current and future
attacks," said Dr. Michele Mosca,
CEO and Co-Founder at evolutionQ. "MultimodalKES delivers strong
computational security even if all asymmetric cryptography methods
are broken, and also protects against other serious attacks."
The key features and capabilities of MultimodalKES include:
- Defense-in-Depth: By combining symmetric, PQC, and
current asymmetric algorithms, MultimodalKES provides unmatched
security and protects sensitive data against future threats posed
by quantum computers and other code-breaking advances.
- Long-Term Security (LTS): MultimodalKES protects the
long-term value of an organization's critical data, sensitive
personal information, trade secrets, and intellectual
property.
- Enhanced QKD Integration: Increases QKD network range
and extends its reliability, mitigating existing challenges and
expanding operational capabilities.
- Future-Proof Cryptography: MultimodalKES protects your
investment and ensures that security measures remain effective and
resilient as technologies and threats continue to evolve.
- Seamless Integration: MultimodalKES seamlessly
integrates into existing IT infrastructure, including existing QKD
deployments, minimizing disruption while maximizing security. It
also enables secure communications with long-lived field devices,
mitigating device-specific vulnerabilities of IoT smart meters,
last-mile equipment, automobiles, and more.
- Performance Optimization: MultimodalKES optimizes the
balance between security and efficiency, ensuring minimal impact on
system performance while maintaining robust protection against
classical and quantum threats.
- Built-in Compliance and Standards: MultimodalKES adheres
to industry standards and compliance requirements, providing
confidence that your security measures meet regulatory expectations
and best practices.
Since every organization has unique security needs, compliance
requirements, and deployment challenges, evolutionQ's expert
support team will help fine-tune MultimodalKES to fit each
customer's specific requirements, ensuring their customized
security solution aligns with business and security objectives.
"In the face of ever-evolving cyber threats, governments and
critical industries need the unique, multi-layered protection that
MultimodalKES provides," said Daniel
Minder, Product Manager at evolutionQ. "By investing in our
quantum-safe key establishment solution, organizations aren't just
safeguarding their data today, they're also strengthening their
cybersecurity posture and protecting their investments in the
future."
Throughout 2024, evolutionQ will continue building its partner
ecosystem, validating use cases across various industries and
geographies, and developing a commercial product based on the
MultimodalKES protocol. For more information about MultimodalKES,
or to request the white paper or schedule a demo, please visit
www.evolutionq.com/products/multimodalkes.
About evolutionQ
evolutionQ was co-founded by leading
cryptography experts, Dr. Michele
Mosca, Dr. Norbert Lütkenhaus, and Dr. David Jao. With offices in Waterloo, Canada, and Aachen, Germany, evolutionQ delivers robust software
that is revolutionizing the field of quantum-safe cryptography.
They pioneered Quantum Delivery Network (QDN) technology to ensure
quantum-safe key management deployments are secure, seamless, and
resilient. For more information about evolutionQ, the Basejump
family of products, and to view career opportunities, please visit
https://evolutionq.com.
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