Quantum Resistance

Quantum resistance refers to cryptographic algorithms designed to withstand potential code-breaking attempts by quantum computers. Unlike conventional algorithms, quantum-resistant ones use much larger key sizes to enhance their robustness against quantum computing attacks. Quantum computers have the potential to crack traditional encryption methods quickly due to their ability to perform millions of calculations simultaneously. Quantum-resistant cryptography, therefore, aims to prevent this by employing different mathematical approaches and larger key sizes.

Gimel will be improving its quantum resistance and prepare against quantum attacks, accordingly. We are reviewing and prioritizing actions regarding several levers:

  • Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC): Preparing for introducing cryptographic algorithms that are resistant to quantum computing attacks. These algorithms use larger key sizes and different mathematical approaches to ensure security. 
  • Hybrid Encryption: Combining traditional cryptographic methods with modern algorithms to enhance security. For example, Gimel ID is being created as multi-layer hash.
  • Crypto-Agility: Ensuring systems and protocols are flexible enough to switch to quantum-resistant algorithms when they become available. Wherever possible, Gimel ID maintains the opportunity to replace algorithms und thus introduce new releases, e.g., when it comes to crypto-procedures and the re-creation of identities associated.
  • Protecting Long-Term Keys: Safeguarding cryptographic keys that will be used in the future, as quantum computers could potentially decrypt data encrypted with current keys. For this reason, we protect the details of our procedure for creating the Gimel ID.
  • Regular Security Updates: Continuously updating and patching systems to protect against emerging threats, including those posed by quantum computing. The Gimel ID team can be working together with security experts and advisors to review, update and even improve our premium-security protocol.

These measures will be crucial for maintaining data security and privacy of our Gimel ID, hosted by our Gimel Wallet or Bespoke G-Wallet in the era of quantum computing.

Note: Coming soon Arrow

 

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