Standardisation of and Migration to Post-Quantum Cryptography

Abstract

Recent reports on the timeline of quantum threats suggest that large, scalable quantum computers will likely become a reality in the near future. This impending technological advancement has increased the urgency for standardisation of and migration to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), making it a critical focus for information and cybersecurity experts. In this document, we will provide an overview of the current state of standardisation efforts in the field of PQC and explore its implications across various sectors, including industry, academic research, open-source development, and government agencies. Additionally, we will address some future work that remains unaddressed within existing standardisation initiatives, offering insights into the areas that require further attention and development.

Chen, L. (2025). Standardisation of and Migration to Post-Quantum Cryptography. In: Lu, X., Mitchell, C.J. (eds) Security Standardisation Research. SSR 2024. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 15559. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-87541-0_1