Post-quantum cryptography
The most secure storage on the planet is ready for the quantum world.
Is your storage quantum-ready?
Is your data future-proofed and aligned with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)? Do you have security built in—not bolted on—giving you proactive resilience for the quantum world?
Quantum-ready storage
At NetApp, security isn’t an afterthought—it’s built into our DNA. By embedding post-quantum cryptography (PQC) into our storage, we proactively neutralize quantum threats before they materialize.
PQC encryption: Future secure your data
NetApp has pioneered built-in quantum encryption that fully protects your data. Think of it as quantum-ready, future-proof storage.
End-to-end encryption
At both the hardware and software layers, NetApp’s end-to-end solutions protect your at-rest data from unauthorized access and physical theft.
How vulnerable is current encryption to quantum threats?
Existing encryption methods like RSA, ECC, and AES rely on mathematical problems that quantum computers, using algorithms like Shor’s or Grover’s, could potentially solve far faster than traditional systems. You should evaluate whether your stored data—both at rest and in transit—depends on these methods. If a quantum breakthrough happens in the next 5-10 years, attackers could decrypt sensitive information like financial records or trade secrets.
Does my data need long-term protection?
Not all data is equal. Some has a short lifespan—think daily logs—and other data, like legal contracts, patient records, or intellectual property, needs protection for decades. Quantum computers might not be here yet, but data stored today could be stolen now and cracked when the technology is available, a tactic called “harvest now, decrypt later.” You need to ask yourself: How long must our data remain confidential? If it’s years or decades, transitioning to PQC sooner rather than later becomes a pressing need.
Is NetApp aligned with emerging standards like NIST PQC?
NIST finalized its PQC standards in 2024, selecting algorithms like CRYSTALS-Kyber and CRYSTALS-Dilithium as quantum-resistant options. You need to know if your storage provider plans to adopt these standards. Are your systems compatible with NIST-approved PQC algorithms? Misalignment could mean costly retrofits later, or compliance gaps as regulators catch up to quantum risks. A proactive vendor like NetApp can offer peace of mind.
How will PQC affect our operations and costs?
Switching to post-quantum cryptography isn’t just a technical lift—it’s a business concern. You need to consider the operational overhead of upgrading your storage encryption. Balancing such factors against the risk of a future breach helps determine timing and investment.
Can our storage layer support resilience beyond prevention?
PQC isn’t just about locking data ever tighter—it’s about staying resilient when threats evolve. You should consider whether your storage solution integrates PQC with broader security features like detection and recovery. Quantum resistance won’t stop all attacks—ransomware, for example, doesn’t need quantum power to wreak havoc. A comprehensive platform like NetApp that pairs PQC with tamperproof backups and real-time threat detection, keeping data safe and accessible, even post-quantum. Resilience, not just prevention, is the endgame.
