"Why Our Data Might Need Protection From the Future"

Jonathan Katz, a computer science professor at the University of Maryland and expert in quantum-secure cryptography, explains Apple's recent post-quantum security move. Apple recently announced a major cryptographic security upgrade in iMessage, introducing PQ3, a post-quantum cryptographic protocol that advances end-to-end secure messaging. Katz noted that while today's hackers may be capable of stealing a password, they cannot crack the "cryptographic keys" that secure messages, at least not with the current generation of classical computers. However, powerful quantum computers may render such security measures ineffective. This article continues to discuss insights from Katz regarding why new quantum security measures are needed now and what we could see in the future.

The University of Maryland reports "Why Our Data Might Need Protection From the Future"

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