Post-Quantum Cryptography in Practice: Real-World Implementation with Firefox, OpenSSL, and Rust-Based Solutions
As post-quantum cryptography (PQC) continues to evolve, ensuring a smooth and adaptable transition for end users, developers, and system administrators remains a top priority. Our presentation and live demo will showcase the establishment of a PQC TLS 1.3 connection using OpenSSL-based servers and Firefox-based clients, leveraging both key exchange and authentication. These research results are part of a Horizon Europe project named QUBIP.
In QUBIP, we aim to enable the PQC transition for three major practical exercises: quantum-secure IoT-based digital manufacturing, quantum-secure internet browsing, and quantum-secure software network environments for telco operators. Our talk is focused on quantum-secure internet browsing.
We will conclude the session by describing the broader methodology behind these efforts and how shallow loadable modules can empower users, system administrators, developers, and cryptographers alike to achieve greater flexibility and security in a post-quantum world.
Keywords: PQC, Provider, PKCS#11
