Cybersecurity company Palo Alto Networks has released the Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) Open API framework, enabling users to prepare for quantum security threats.
Unveiled January 22, the framework addresses the need for multi-vendor interoperability across the industry and enables organizations to build QRNG-based systems that are resilient regardless of the underlying technology or company, Palo Alto Networks said. A future convergence of AI, machine learning, deep learning, and classical supercomputing with quantum computing necessitates securing systems against quantum-enabled attacks, the company said.
QRNG uses principles of quantum mechanics to generate random numbers, essential for creating secure cryptographic keys. The QRNG Open API framework eliminates barriers to QRNG adoption, helping global organizations access cryptographic operations as they prepare for quantum computing technology. The QRNG Open API will enable the following, according to Palo Alto Networks:
Simplify QRNG integration by removing proprietary silos.
Maximize interoperability in multi-vendor networks and promote choice, allowing customers to select technologies and systems for their needs, including both cloud-based and on-premises solutions.
Accelerate QRNG adoption by removing barriers with an open and collaborative approach.
Provide a common mechanism for high-quality entropy from an external QRNG platform.
The QRNG Open API can be embedded into any application. Later this year, Palo Alto Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) will support the QRNG Open API, enabling the network security platform to bring in entropy for cryptographic functions.