Becoming Quantum Safe - Jai Singh Arun

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Auteur(s) : Jai Singh Arun - Ray Harishankar - Walid Rjaibi

Editeur : Wiley

Langue : Anglais

Parution : 01/09/2025

Format : Moyen, de 350g à 1kg

Nombre de pages : 208.0

ISBN : 1394374321

Résumé :

Foreword by Whitfield Diffie xiii

Chapter 1 Introduction to Quantum Computing and Its Impact 1

Evolution of Computing 1

Quantum Computing 3

Applications of Quantum Computing 5

Challenges in Developing Quantum Computers 10

Quantum Algorithms 11

Quantum Computing and Modern Cryptography 12

Impact of Potential Threats to Modern Cryptography 13

Need for Action Now 16

Responsible Quantum Computing 18

Summary 18

References 19

Chapter 2 Cryptography: An Ultimate Line of Defense for the Digital World 21

Introduction to Cryptography and Its Importance 21

Cryptography Primer for Business 24

Understanding the Pervasiveness of Encryption Across Business Security, Privacy, and Compliance 29

Cryptography in Practice Across Industries: Use-Case Scenarios and Business Value 34

Cryptography Technology and Solutions Architecture for Businesses 38

Summary 43

References 43

Chapter 3 Understanding Classical and Post-Quantum Cryptography and Solutions 45

Classical Cryptographic Algorithms and Their Applications 46

Post-Quantum Cryptography 51

Additional Quantum-Safe Technologies 56

Contrasting Quantum-Safe Technologies 58

Summary 59

References 59

Chapter 4 Managing Risks in the Quantum Era 61

Identifying Quantum-Related Business Risks and Impacts 61

Building a Robust Risk Management Framework Against Quantum Threats 65

Quantum Risk Assessment: A Comprehensive Approach with Heat Maps and Maturity Models 70

Continuous Monitoring and Adaptation to Evolving Quantum Risks 75

Regulatory Compliance in the Quantum-Safe Landscape 79

Summary 83

References 83

Chapter 5 Implementing Quantum-Safe Solutions to Protect Your Business 85

The Urgency of Transitioning to Quantum-Safe Cryptography 86

A Prescriptive Approach for Transitioning to Quantum-Safe Cryptography 89

Case Study: Transitioning IBM DB2 to Quantum-Safe Cryptography 95

Summary 99

References 99

Chapter 6 Ensuring a Successful Transition to Quantum Safe 101

Building a Quantum-Safe Transition Roadmap 101

Pitfalls and Mitigation Strategies 113

Summary 118

References 118

Chapter 7 Leveraging the Ecosystem 119

Collaboration with the Ecosystem 120

Global PQC Guidance 128

Summary 132

References 132

Chapter 9 Achieving Crypto-Agility: Future-Proofing Your Business 135

Defining Crypto-Agility and the Essential Framework 136

Cultivating a Culture of Crypto-Agility Across the Organization 141

Balancing Security and Flexibility in a Crypto-Agile Environment 148

Sustaining Crypto-Agility: Continuous Improvement and Innovation 152

Summary 156

References 156

A Vision of Securing the Digital World in the Quantum Era 159

Looking Ahead to a Quantum-Safe World 160

Quantum Safe at the Intersection of Emerging Technologies 161

Quantum Computing Roadmap 173

Key Takeaways for Business and Technology Leaders 175

Your Journey to Becoming Quantum Safe 175

References 176

Acknowledgments 179

About the Authors 183

Index 185

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Biographie:

JAI SINGH ARUN spearheads global business strategy, product management, engineering, and go-to-market execution for IBM Quantum Safe.

RAY HARISHANKAR is an IBM Fellow in the Quantum team. He leads business and technical strategy for IBM Quantum Safe.

WALID RJAIBI is a Distinguished Engineer and Chief Architect for Quantum Safe at IBM Research. He leads innovations to make the world quantum safe....

Sommaire:

A practical guide to navigating cryptographic challenges in the era of quantum computing.

Becoming Quantum Safe: Implementing Post-Quantum Cryptography to Mitigate Risks and Protect Your Business is a is a definitive, pragmatic guide designed for CISOs, CTOs, CIOs, CROs, CCOs, CDOs, DPOs, security leaders, and technology executives who need to understand and act on the challenge posed by quantum computing to current cryptography. This comprehensive playbook delivers step-by-step strategies for transitioning to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)-ensuring your organization remains secure, compliant, and resilient in the quantum era.

Authored by leading experts in cybersecurity, cryptography, and quantum technologies, this book demystifies the quantum threat, explains the vulnerabilities in today's encryption, and provides clear, actionable guidance to achieve crypto-agility and implement quantum-safe cryptography.

What You Will Learn:

• What is Quantum Computing and how it Threatens Current Encryption
  Understand the basics of quantum computing and the challenges it poses to RSA, ECC, and other widely used encryption. Gain explanations of Shor's Algorithm, Grover's Algorithm, and how they impact classical cryptography.
• Practical Crypto-Agility Strategies
  Learn how to build a crypto-agile enterprise-one that can rapidly adopt, test, deploy, and manage new cryptographic standards without disrupting business operations.
• A Roadmap to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Adoption
  Follow a proven, step-by-step framework to transition from classical to quantum-safe cryptography. Identify key milestones, address operational challenges, and implement solutions that safeguard data, operations, and digital trust. Learn about the consortia work that brings together players in the ecosystem and how one can leverage the work being done to accelerate the quantum safe journey.
• Case Studies Across Industries
  See how global leaders in banking, financial services, government, telecommunications, healthcare, and retail are adopting post-quantum cryptography to mitigate risks, achieve compliance, and future-proof their security infrastructure.

Why This Book Matters Now:

• The quantum threat to encryption is real and time-sensitive. Quantum computers will render today's encryption obsolete, exposing sensitive data, customer trust, and business continuity.
• Regulatory pressures are rising. Governments and standards bodies across the globe are mandating quantum-safe transitions.
• Organizations that embrace crypto-agility today will lead the future, maintaining a secure competitive edge in a quantum-powered world.