NIST has released Round 1 of comments for its Post-Quantum Cryptography Standardization process, which aims to identify and standardize quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms. The process involves evaluating 69 candidate algorithms submitted by various organizations. These algorithms are designed to protect sensitive government information from potential quantum computer-based threats.
The next step in the process is a workshop in April 2018, where the accepted candidate algorithms will present their submissions. NIST and the cryptographic community will work together to ensure these submissions meet NIST’s requirements. The goal is to select the most suitable quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms for standardization and implementation in government systems.
Keywords: cryptography, algorithms, quantum-resistant, post-quantum, standardization
