Keyfactor’s favorite superhero PKI Admin is back, but the stakes are higher than ever. A new villain looms on the horizon: the quantum threat. Will they succeed – or is this the end of cryptographic security as we know it? Don’t miss the next chapter in the PKI Admin saga.
As quantum computing accelerates, today’s encryption standards are under threat. The risk of “steal now, decrypt later” attacks is real, with cybercriminals harvesting encrypted data, waiting for quantum computers to crack it.
To stay ahead, organizations must adopt post-quantum cryptography (PQC), focusing on public key infrastructure (PKI) and certificate lifecycle management (CLM).
Keyfactor’s brand-new PQC comic, The Race Against Quantum Time, features Qbit, a hero bridging the gap between legacy security and quantum-safe cryptography. Protecting data isn’t just about securing the present – it’s about safeguarding the past and future, as stolen encrypted data can be stored and decrypted later.
With quantum computing poised to make current encryption methods like RSA and ECC obsolete, bad actors are already collecting encrypted data, knowing quantum advances will soon allow them to decrypt it.
Imagine:
- Trade secrets siphoned today, only to be exposed when quantum decryption becomes feasible.
- Healthcare data stolen now, putting patients’ privacy at risk for decades to come.
- State secrets intercepted and stored, waiting for quantum power to unlock them.
It’s not about if, but when. And companies that delay their quantum-safe transition risk handing over their most valuable data to future adversaries.
Just like PKI Admin and Qbit gear up for battle in the comic, you must equip your organization with the right tools.
4 Steps to Get Started with Quantum-Safe Security
Not everyone has a quantum superhero on speed dial, but don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Transitioning to quantum-safe security might feel overwhelming, but you can start with these four steps:
1. Build Your Cryptographic Inventory
- Identify where cryptographic algorithms are in use, which certificates and keys are vulnerable, and what dependencies exist across your infrastructure.
- Use automated tools to scan certificate authorities (CAs), servers, appliances, source code, and other assets.
2. Prepare for Crypto-Agility
- Ensure your PKI can support hybrid certificates that use both classical and post-quantum algorithms.
- Build flexibility into your cryptographic infrastructure to adapt as quantum-safe standards evolve.
3. Automate Certificate Lifecycle Management
- Reduce the risk of certificate outages and security gaps by automating certificate discovery, issuance, and renewal.
- Stay ahead of evolving security standards and quickly update cryptographic policies as threats change.
4. Test Post-Quantum Cryptography Now
- Start testing PQC algorithms in controlled environments to evaluate performance, compatibility, and implementation challenges.
- Gain hands-on experience before full-scale adoption is required.
Join the Mission: A Live Comic-Style Webinar
The battle for quantum security isn’t one you have to fight alone. Just like PKI Admin has Qbit, you have a team of experts ready to guide you through the transition.
Join Keyfactor’s live webinar, A Comic Adventure into the Post-Quantum Realm, where graphic artist Matt Erkhart will illustrate the journey to post-quantum security in real time.
Hear from security leaders Chris Hickman and Ryan Sanders on how you can:
✅ Prepare for Q-Day now
✅ Implement a quantum-ready PKI strategy
✅ Future-proof your organization’s security
📅 Wednesday, February 26, 2025 | 11 AM EST
🎙️ Speakers: Chris Hickman, Ryan Sanders & Matt Erkhart
🔹 Register Now
The Time to Act is Now
Quantum threats are no longer science fiction. And like Qbit, security leaders must think across time – protecting past, present, and future data before it’s too late.
You don’t have to be a superhero to take action. But you do need a strategy.
Read the comic. Join the webinar. Secure your future.
- Read the comic book here!
- Get a seat at the live webinar.
- Get a customized demo.
Quantum threats aren’t waiting – your transition shouldn’t either. Need help? Just ask! We’re here to help!
