IBM & Palo Alto Networks launch solution for quantum threats

Palo Alto Networks and IBM have announced plans to jointly launch a Quantum-Safe Readiness solution to help enterprises address the security risks posed by the emergence of quantum computing.

The partnership will combine IBM’s quantum security services with Palo Alto Networks’ network-level cryptographic capabilities, aiming to provide organisations with greater insights and control over their cryptographic infrastructure and support the transition to quantum-resistant standards.

Quantum risk

The advance of quantum technology has heightened businesses’ concerns about the longevity of current encryption systems. Traditional cryptographic methods may become vulnerable as quantum computers gain the capability to break existing algorithms, creating challenges for securing sensitive or regulated data. The new solution is designed to assist organisations in identifying cryptographic assets and understanding the specific risks posed by quantum computing to those assets across…