Palo Alto Networks and IBM plan quantum-safe readiness solution

Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW) announced a plan with IBM to develop a joint Quantum-Safe Readiness solution designed to help enterprises prepare for quantum computing threats. The solution is expected to be available in early 2026.

The service will combine IBM Consulting's quantum safe expertise with Palo Alto Networks' network security platform to help organizations discover, protect and migrate critical cryptographic infrastructure. The solution aims to provide enterprises with visibility into their cryptographic posture across hybrid environments.

The joint offering will begin with Quantum Risk Discovery & Assessment and progress to full-scale quantum-safe remediation. It will leverage Palo Alto Networks' Quantum Readiness solution to create an automated inventory of cryptographic assets and usage across enterprise networks.

A key component includes real-time protection through Palo Alto Networks' Cipher Translation capability, which intercepts quantum-vulnerable cryptography from devices or applications and upgrades communications to quantum-safe algorithms. IBM Consulting Cybersecurity Services professionals will use this data to map assets, analyze risk and develop strategic migration roadmaps.

"Our customers need a comprehensive, practical roadmap to a quantum-safe future and the experts to help them execute it," said Anand Oswal, EVP of Network & AI Security Products at Palo Alto Networks.

Mark Hughes, Global Managing Partner of IBM Consulting Cybersecurity Services, stated that becoming quantum safe "is not a single event; it's a strategic enterprise transformation."

The companies indicated that the solution addresses the risk of "harvest-now, decrypt-later" attacks and aims to help organizations protect sensitive data as quantum computing technology advances.

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