Fortanix Inc., a leader in data-first cybersecurity and confidential computing, has announced PQC Central, a new feature integrated into its Key Insight solution designed to assist enterprises in managing and transitioning to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) standards. This development addresses the growing security challenges posed by advancing quantum computing, which threatens current cryptographic methods.
Embedded within Fortanix Key Insight, a component of the Fortanix Armor platform for cryptographic discovery and risk assessment, PQC Central aims to simplify the complexities of PQC migration into actionable insights. The feature identifies an organization’s exposure to quantum-vulnerable algorithms and generates a prioritized list for migration planning. Utilizing Data Security Manager, the encryption and key management solution within the Fortanix Armor platform, PQC Central facilitates a seamless transition to quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms such as Leighton-Micali Signature (LMS), Xtended Merkle Signature Scheme (XMSS), CRYSTALS-Kyber (ML-KEM), and CRYSTALS-Dilithium (ML-DSA).
Fortanix Armor, with the addition of PQC Central, provides an end-to-end approach to PQC readiness. This includes Discovery, which scans systems for cryptographic usage and identifies quantum-vulnerable assets; Risk Assessment, which calculates a cryptographic readiness score; PQC Transition, allowing tracking of readiness and roadmap building in IT operations systems like ServiceNow or Jira; and Crypto Agility, enabling adaptation to changes in cryptographic plans without modifying existing key management systems or HSM deployments.
Anuj Jaiswal, CPO of Fortanix, emphasized the immediate need for action: “Post-quantum security may feel like tomorrow’s problem, but protecting yourself today is a must to eliminate vulnerabilities and prevent future breaches.” He added, “PQC Central gives organizations the clarity and control they need to take action now and protect themselves from imminent disasters.”
The urgency for PQC migration is further underscored by the recently announced roadmap from EU Member States, which aims to commence the transition to post-quantum cryptography by the end of 2026. Sudha Iyer, Chief Cybersecurity Architect at Citi, highlighted the strategic imperative: “While the global standardization efforts for quantum resistance are still evolving to meet the U.S. mandates and international timelines, the immediate call to action is clear: Develop a deep understanding of your cryptographic landscape before you can architect, and architect with intent before delivering any quantum resistant solution for your business.”
For global enterprises concerned about data exposure or alteration, Fortanix states its solution has an unblemished security record. To provide further insights into PQC readiness at enterprise scale, Fortanix will host a webinar featuring leaders from major organizations. Speakers will include Sudha E Iyer, Chief Cybersecurity Architect – Data security & CISO Data Management at Citi; David Chapman, Director of Identity Access Management at PenFed Credit Union; Dr. Richard Searle, Chief AI Officer at Fortanix; and Craig Matsumoto, Contributing Analyst at Futuriom. The webinar is scheduled for July 15 at 9 a.m. PT (12 p.m. ET).
Fortanix, based in Santa Clara, California, specializes in data-first cybersecurity and confidential computing. Its platform secures sensitive data across diverse environments through advanced encryption and key management, offering quantum-resistant encryption. The company’s approach, known as Confidential Computing, enables applications and AI workloads to run within secure hardware enclaves, supported by technology companies including Intel, Microsoft, and NVIDIA.
