As quantum computing advances, traditional cryptographic algorithms face the risk of being compromised by powerful quantum algorithms such as Grover’s. Grover’s algorithm, in particular, can potentially reduce the security of symmetric encryption algorithms like AES by effectively halving their key strength. To address this emerging threat, Pantherun has taken proactive measures by enhancing AES encryption with key sizes of 384 and 512 bits.
Understanding the Quantum Threat
Grover’s algorithm allows a quantum computer to search through a database (or key space) in square root time, which means it can find an AES key in 2^(n/2) operations rather than 2^n. For instance, AES-256, which is secure against classical brute-force attacks requiring 2^256 operations, could theoretically be broken by a quantum computer in just 2^128 operations using Grover’s algorithm. While 128-bit security remains formidable, the future advent of more powerful quantum computers necessitates stronger defenses.
Pantherun’s Enhanced AES Encryption
To counteract the potential vulnerabilities posed by Grover’s algorithm, Pantherun has developed AES encryption with extended key sizes of 384 and 512 bits. By increasing the key length, Pantherun effectively doubles the quantum-resistant strength of AES, ensuring that even a quantum computer utilizing Grover’s algorithm would require an infeasibly large number of operations to break the encryption.
AES-384
With a 384-bit key, the effective security against quantum attacks is equivalent to 192-bit security, which provides a significant margin of safety over the standard AES-256 in a post-quantum world.
AES-512
The 512-bit key further strengthens the encryption, offering an effective security level of 256 bits against quantum attacks. This is designed to withstand even the most advanced quantum computing capabilities envisioned in the future.
By enhancing AES with 384 and 512-bit key sizes, Pantherun is not only preparing for the quantum future but also providing a robust encryption solution that can withstand both classical and quantum attacks. This proactive approach ensures that Pantherun’s Industrial, Railway, and Military switches remain secure and reliable, protecting critical data and communications against evolving cyber threats. This innovation underscores Pantherun’s commitment to staying at the forefront of cybersecurity, ensuring their network solutions remain secure in an era of rapid technological advancement.
About Pantherun:
Pantherun is a cyber security innovator with a patent pending approach to data protection, that transforms security by making encryption possible in real-time, while making breach of security 10X harder compared to existing global solutions, at better performance and price.
