IBM has introduced a comprehensive set of tools and technologies called Quantum Safe to protect business and government data in the age of quantum computing. The Quantum Safe solution combines cryptographic expertise and critical infrastructure to address the potential security risks of quantum computing. IBM also announced a “quantum security roadmap” aimed at helping the industry adopt post-quantum cryptography.
To help clients prepare for the post-quantum era, new capabilities from IBM include Quantum Safe Explorer, which scans source and object code to identify vulnerabilities and creates a bill of materials for cryptographic material. It is Quantum Safe Advisor provides a dynamic view of cryptographic inventory to guide remediation actions, and Quantum Safe Remediator enables organizations to deploy and test quantum-safe remediation patterns. IBM emphasizes the importance of quantum-safe cryptography in addressing future quantum-based cybersecurity threats. Companies should also develop transition plans for moving to quantum-secure technologies and consider adopting crypto-agile approaches that combine classical cryptography with post-quantum algorithms. IBM’s Quantum Safe technology aims to provide a robust and future-proof security framework as quantum computing capabilities advance.
