Quantum computing is no longer a distant concept—it's reshaping how we think about security today. Imagine a future where the encrypted data you send now could be decrypted years later by quantum-powered adversaries. This "harvest now, decrypt later" threat is real, and organizations must act proactively to protect sensitive information.
Enter the Cisco 8000 Series Secure Routers, designed to help you stay ahead of this quantum curve. These routers support quantum-safe encryption using Post-Quantum Pre-shared Keys (PPKs) based on RFC 8784, which strengthen IKEv2 and IPsec sessions against both classical and quantum attacks. By combining PPKs with Diffie-Hellman secrets, they create session keys resilient to even the most advanced quantum threats.
What’s truly empowering is the Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) capability via the Secure Key Integration Protocol (SKIP). This flexibility lets you choose your key sources—from your own key management systems to Cisco Secure Key Server or even quantum key distribution solutions—tailoring security to your unique needs and compliance requirements.
Currently, quantum-resistant PPKs are deployable on IKEv2-based IPsec VPNs like FlexVPN and DMVPN, securing data traversing IPsec tunnels. Available starting with Cisco IOS XE Release 17.11.1a, this feature enables organizations to future-proof their networks today.
Are you ready to rethink your security strategy and embrace a quantum-resilient future? Dive deeper into the possibilities and explore the full potential of Cisco 8000 Series Secure Routers by reading the attached detailed whitepaper below. Equip your organization to safeguard data now and prepare for tomorrow’s quantum era.
