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BSc Thesis · University of Groningen
Directives for Transitioning Software to Post-Quantum Security
A thesis exploring the complexities of transitioning software systems to post-quantum cryptography to safeguard against the emerging threats posed by quantum computing.
Details
- Institution
- University of Groningen
- Type
- BSc Thesis
- Published
- Jul 26, 2024
- Access
- Restricted · available on request
What it is
Practical guidance for a post-quantum migration.
The thesis synthesizes state-of-the-art research on post-quantum cryptography, including cryptographic techniques and government guidelines from institutions such as NIST and ENISA. The goal is a clear migration path for developers and organizations whose systems are exposed to quantum-era threats.
It surveys the tooling landscape, highlighting Google Tink and Open Quantum Safe as practical building blocks, and works through the open challenges in adopting them: protocol support, algorithm implementation, and the operational realities of cycling cryptography in production systems.
Access to the full thesis is restricted but can be provided upon request.
Tooling survey
Highlights Google Tink and Open Quantum Safe as practical entry points for engineering teams beginning a PQC migration.
Migration directives
Actionable recommendations for developers and organizations, focused on protocol support and algorithm implementation.