Boosting quantum security to respond to new threats

DNVN - FortiOS is enhanced with features to help organizations protect sensitive data from risks from quantum computing, gradually transition to post-quantum security and secure future infrastructure without affecting performance.

Fortinet has announced new enhancements to its FortiOS operating system to address the threats posed by quantum computing, which can break today’s encryption standards. The new features in FortiOS help organizations with sensitive data deploy quantum-resistant encryption algorithms and key distribution methods, combine multiple algorithms to enhance security, and easily transition to a post-quantum security environment.

Quantum computers can perform complex calculations at incredible speeds, easily breaking current encryption algorithms. Hackers have already begun storing encrypted data streams today with the intention of decrypting them in the future, particularly targeting industries with long-term data storage such as telecommunications, finance, government, and healthcare .

Fortinet's solution uses quantum mechanics to ensure that encryption key exchange is completely secure, and any eavesdropping can be detected.

With FortiOS 7.6, organizations using FortiGate next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) and Fortinet Secure SD-WAN can now take advantage of built-in quantum safety features to protect against emerging threats such as Harvest-Now, Decrypt-Later (HNDL) attacks. These features help secure network traffic, simplify deployment, and facilitate a smooth transition to a post-quantum security environment. Specifically, customers can use the following features at no additional cost:

Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Algorithms: Includes NIST-approved algorithms such as ML-KEM, as well as algorithms in development such as BIKE, HQC, and Frodo.

Quantum Key Distribution (QKD): Uses the principle of quantum mechanics to ensure that the exchange of encryption keys is absolutely secure, and any eavesdropping behavior can be detected. Fortinet has supported QKD integration since FortiOS 7.4, ensuring interoperability with leading QKD vendors through a standardized interface. This is Fortinet's proactive strategy in building a quantum-secure network by integrating a secure key exchange mechanism into the Next-Generation Firewall architecture.

Algorithm Stacking: Combining multiple cryptographic algorithms to create a more resilient solution, enhancing the security of network infrastructure.

Hybrid Mode: Allows simultaneous integration of traditional public key encryption and QKD, supporting the gradual transition to post-quantum security.

Upgraded user interface: The new interface simplifies the configuration and management of quantum security settings, making it easy for network administrators to deploy.

“At Fortinet, we are committed to equipping our customers with the most advanced technologies to address emerging threats. As the challenge of quantum computing evolves, organizations can rely on Fortinet’s technological innovation to protect critical data and prepare for future threats. Many businesses are looking to take immediate action to protect their systems against quantum threats. That’s why we’re immediately making advanced quantum security features available to customers using FortiGate NGFW and Fortinet Secure SD-WAN, helping them confidently transition to a post-quantum security environment,” said Michael Xie, Founder, Chairman and CTO of Fortinet.

Thu Trang

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