PQC From Prototype to Stability: Supporting the Next Phase of the Quantum-Safe Transition (Q31c)
The Open Quantum Safe (OQS) project provides researchers with a software testbed for experimentation to aid the transition to post-quantum cryptography. As post-quantum standards mature, OQS aims to release a stable 1.0.0 version in 2025 while continuing to support experimentation. This talk provides an update on these efforts, including integrations of standardized algorithms, formally verified code, and a roadmap for future work. Topics include:
A pipeline for high-assurance implementations via the Post-Quantum Code Package sister project,
Continued integration of NIST digital signature on-ramp submissions, and
Implementations of Internet drafts for hybrid and composite cryptography.
The talk also discusses challenges and lessons learned in developing widely used open-source software for quantum-safe cryptography.