NIST has published a new document, NISTIR 8214A, which outlines a roadmap for developing criteria for threshold schemes in cryptographic primitives. The document focuses on exploring the various characteristics and properties of threshold schemes, which are cryptographic methods that allow multiple parties to share the responsibility of performing cryptographic operations.
The roadmap is divided into two main tracks: single-device and multi-party. In each track, threshold schemes can range from simple to complex, allowing for a comprehensive evaluation of their capabilities and limitations. The document emphasizes the importance of considering security, configurability, modularity, and suitability for validation when developing these schemes.
By providing a structured approach for exploring threshold schemes, NISTIR 8214A aims to advance the field of quantum-resistant cryptography and ensure the security of sensitive information in the face of emerging quantum computing threats. This framework is essential for developing robust cryptographic primitives that can withstand the challenges posed by quantum computing technologies.
Keywords: Quantum, Cryptography, Threshold, Schemes, Primitives
