QApp: PQLR SDK Post-Quantum Algorithm Library

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• Cryptography
• Quantum cryptography (encryption)

2022

Compatibility with Elbrus processors

On October 6, 2022, the manufacturer of domestic universal micro processors MCST , together with the developer of complex quantum-resistant software solutions cyber security QApp , announced the completion project of a pilot to demonstrate the work of the post-quantum library on algorithms processors. "Elbrus

Postquant-based solutions cryptography are a method protection of valuable data, based on a new class of asymmetric ones. Unlike algorithms enciphering classical, post-quantum algorithms are able to withstand a quantum threat - to cyber attacks using. quantum computers Post-quantum cryptography is already actively piloted by international organizations to protect state both trade secrets and financial personal others. data

During the work, QApp specialists tested the performance of the library of post-quantum cryptographic algorithms PQLR on the Elbrus-8C microprocessor. Following a demonstration of the compatibility of the software product with the microprocessor architecture, experts conducted the first measurements of key characteristics: key generation time, digital signature procedures and mechanisms for generating a common key (encapsulation/decapsulation) to protect information in systems in which the public key is transmitted over an unprotected channel.

A trusted platform is required to protect information. This is the platform Elbrus is. Its protection is based not on external overhead tools (even if integrated into a crystal), but on a reliable foundation - an Elbrus processor core of its own design. It also carries the main computing load, and provides the operation of software tools for protecting information from the operating system. At the same time, we see a great potential for accelerating the operation of crypto algorithms through code optimization and the use of all the hardware capabilities of the Elbrus kernel, "said Alexander Kim, General Director of MCST JSC.

Both in Russia and abroad, business representatives understand that it is necessary to pilot quantum-resistant solutions to protect data from attacks using quantum computers today. Post-quantum cryptography is the best choice for the level of durability, speed and cost of integrating solutions. The joint project with the ICST is an important milestone in the Russian information security market, which clearly demonstrates the focus of domestic computing platforms on protection against a quantum threat, "said Anton Google, head of QApp.

Upon completion of the project, QApp received a certificate of compatibility of its solution with devices based on Elbrus microprocessors - for example, workstations and server stations.

Baikal-M and PQLR SDK compatibility

Russian the product developer on cyber security the basis post-quantum cryptography QApp announced on June 17, 2022 the completion of a pilot project to demonstrate the work of the post-quantum library on algorithms devices using domestic processors companies. " Baikal Electronics The result of the project showed the compatibility of the post-quantum solution processorsBaikal-M with the architecture, which in the ARM future will increase the resistance to cyber attacks to end solutions, including the use of both existing classical and actively developing ones. quantum computers

Algorithm parameter benchmarks, Baikal processor

The main feature of post-quantum cryptography is fast integration at a high level. protection Despite the fact that quantum ones do not computers have enough power to hack classical algorithms, enciphering scientists and engineers are confident in everything world that information with a life cycle of 5 or more years, including data state information systems, commercial secrets,, financial personal and, medical data always need protection.

During the pilot project, experts adapted the library of post-quantum algorithms of the domestic implementation of the PQLR SDK for working with the Baikal-M processor and compared the performance of these algorithms with those of other developers.

The results confirmed the high performance of quantum-resistant algorithms and the ability to quickly support updated computing architectures in QApp products.

In 2022, along with the growing need for microcomponents, the demand for data protection on end devices increased. We decided to launch this project, since support for domestic computing devices and software is a priority for the development of Qapp products, and post-quantum cryptography provides the highest level of information protection. Such cases are practically absent on the Russian market, but they clearly demonstrate a high level of readiness of Russian hardware and software to integrate advanced technologies into the industrial one. We implemented a really special pilot project for the Russian IT market, creating a serious scientific and technological groundwork for the transition of state and business information systems to quantum-stable solutions, noted Anton Google, QApp Project Manager.

Upon completion of the project, QApp received a certificate of compatibility of its solution with devices based on Bakal-M processors: personal computers, server solutions, industrial systems and network equipment.