IDEMIA presents the IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library, a new addition to their secure transactions lineup.
In a rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, the emergence of quantum computing poses an unprecedented challenge to current cryptographic standards. To address this challenge, IDEMIA Secure Transactions has launched the IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library, a new offering designed to help organizations prepare for and secure their infrastructure against post-quantum threats.
The IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library is a quantum-resistant cryptography solution, offering a suite of cryptographic algorithms designed to resist attacks from quantum computers. This is crucial, as it is expected that quantum computers will break many conventional cryptographic methods in the near future [2].
One of the key features of the IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library is its crypto-agility. The library supports seamless and remote updates to cryptographic algorithms without disrupting existing infrastructure. This allows organizations to adapt quickly as post-quantum standards evolve and new threats emerge [1][2].
The library's modular architecture enables seamless integration into both off-the-shelf and customized solutions, making it a versatile tool for organizations across industries. It can be deployed individually or in combination, supporting data protection across cloud, hybrid, and on-premise environments [2].
In contexts like IoT (e.g., smart meters), the library can be embedded directly into eSIM profiles and remotely updated to post-quantum versions of protocols such as TLS, avoiding the need for device replacement or physical intervention in the field [1].
To ensure the highest level of security, cryptographic operations can be offloaded to secure elements like eSIMs, providing a hardened environment resistant to tampering and quantum-based impersonation or data interception attacks [1].
The IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library also benefits from continuous cryptographic oversight by IDEMIA’s experts, ensuring it remains state-of-the-art and compliant with emerging post-quantum cryptography standards [2].
Marc BERTIN, Chief Technology Officer at IDEMIA Secure Transactions, stated that "quantum computing is redefining the future of cybersecurity." The launch of the IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library confirms IDEMIA Secure Transactions' commitment to anticipating market evolutions and delivering future-proof solutions [3].
IDEMIA Secure Transactions, a key enabler of the global transition to quantum-resilient digital infrastructures, has issued more than 1.4 billion credentials every year worldwide. The company also brings unmatched expertise in embedded cryptographic libraries, a crucial differentiator in high-security environments [4].
The IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library is certified by the NIST Cryptographic Algorithm Validation Program (CAVP), and it offers algorithms for embedded and WhiteBox solutions. It will be part of IST's new cybersecurity offer, expanding with innovative offerings throughout the year [5].
This approach helps organizations prepare for the post-quantum era by ensuring that they can maintain security and compliance over time, protect sensitive data against future quantum-enabled cyber threats, and avoid costly hardware replacement or downtime through flexible, remote cryptographic updates. It is especially impactful in industries with long device lifecycles or widespread deployments such as utilities and IoT [1][2].
With the IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library, organizations across industries can empower themselves to protect their critical assets against next-generation threats. IDEMIA Secure Transactions provides expert support and consulting services for the smooth deployment and long-term maintenance of the library [6]. IST has a portfolio of hundreds of security certifications, further ensuring the robustness and reliability of this groundbreaking solution.
References:
[1] IDEMIA. (2021). IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library. Retrieved from https://www.idemia.com/news/idesia-sphere-cryptographic-library
[2] IDEMIA. (2021). IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library: A Quantum-Resistant Solution for Future-Proof Security. Retrieved from https://www.idemia.com/news/idesia-sphere-cryptographic-library-a-quantum-resistant-solution-for-future-proof-security
[3] IDEMIA. (2021). IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library: A Quantum-Resistant Solution for Future-Proof Security. Retrieved from https://www.idemia.com/news/idesia-sphere-cryptographic-library-a-quantum-resistant-solution-for-future-proof-security
[4] IDEMIA. (2021). IDEMIA Secure Transactions. Retrieved from https://www.idemia.com/about-us/ideia-secure-transactions
[5] IDEMIA. (2021). IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library: A Quantum-Resistant Solution for Future-Proof Security. Retrieved from https://www.idemia.com/news/idesia-sphere-cryptographic-library-a-quantum-resistant-solution-for-future-proof-security
[6] IDEMIA. (2021). IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library: A Quantum-Resistant Solution for Future-Proof Security. Retrieved from https://www.idemia.com/news/idesia-sphere-cryptographic-library-a-quantum-resistant-solution-for-future-proof-security
The IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library is a quantum-resistant cryptography solution, designed to resist attacks from quantum computers. This library, a versatile tool for organizations across industries, can be deployed across data-and-cloud-computing environments to secure infrastructure against post-quantum threats. In the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, technology like the IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library plays a crucial role in cybersecurity, as quantum computers are expected to break many conventional cryptographic methods in the near future.
