Post-Quantum Cryptography
Educational Explainer
An educational overview of NIST's standardised quantum-resistant algorithms and the migration questions facing EU government and critical infrastructure systems. This explains the field of ML-KEM, ML-DSA, and SLH-DSA. PHANTAQSM does not ship post-quantum cryptography today; crypto-agility is a forward-looking roadmap interest.
Training Path Overview
Foundation Level
Quantum computing principles, cryptographic vulnerabilities, and NIST standards overview
Practitioner Level
Algorithm implementation, key management, and system integration techniques
Expert Level
Migration planning, hybrid deployments, and enterprise-scale implementations
Training Modules
Quantum Computing & Cryptographic Threats
FoundationUnderstanding quantum computing principles and their impact on current cryptographic systems.
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NIST Post-Quantum Standards Overview
FoundationComprehensive overview of NIST FIPS 203, 204, and 205 standards and selection criteria.
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ML-KEM Implementation & Key Management
PractitionerDeep dive into Module-Lattice-Based Key-Encapsulation Mechanism implementation.
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ML-DSA Digital Signatures
PractitionerModule-Lattice-Based Digital Signature Algorithm implementation and integration.
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SLH-DSA Stateless Hash Signatures
PractitionerSphincs+ based stateless hash signatures for long-term security guarantees.
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Hybrid Cryptographic Systems
AdvancedCombining classical and post-quantum algorithms for transitional security.
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Enterprise Migration Planning
ExpertStrategic planning for large-scale post-quantum cryptography migration.
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EU Regulatory Compliance & Implementation
ExpertEnsuring post-quantum implementations meet EU regulatory requirements.
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About This Explainer Series
This is educational material about the post-quantum cryptography field. It does not lead to a credential, and it is not validated or recognised by any external body. PHANTAQSM does not currently provide post-quantum protection.
What you will learn:
- How NIST FIPS 203/204/205 algorithms work
- EU regulatory considerations for the transition
- How tamper-evident (SHA-256/keccak256) records are formed
- Where crypto-agility fits on a security roadmap
- Roughly 40 hours of reading material
How to use it:
- Read through all 8 explainer modules
- Try the optional self-check questions
- Work through the optional hands-on examples
- Review the summary at the end
- Apply the concepts to your own context