PureVPN brings power of Quantum-Resistant Encryption Keys to the masses

PureVPN brings power of Quantum-Resistant Encryption Keys to the masses

A small step for you, a quantum leap for your privacy

PureVPN is taking steps towards a quantum-resistant future. With the introduction of Quantum-Resistant Encryption Keys from quantum experts Quantinuum, we are starting to future-proof our users against threats to their data, offering significantly more security and privacy as we head towards a post-quantum world.

PureVPN has partnered with Quantinuum, the world’s largest integrated quantum computing company, to deploy the first part of our quantum-resistant capability. Using Quantinuum’s cyber platform, Quantum Origin, PureVPN has been able to create and deploy encryption keys that are generated using a verifiable quantum process, which are more secure than keys from unverified, classical processes. 

The revolutionary technology represents PureVPN’s commitment to privacy and technological advancement in the information age. While quantum computers will be able to break traditional encryption methods, quantum-resistant technologies offer a solution, and the encryption keys are one part of the puzzle. In addition to strengthening our keys, PureVPN is progressing a transitional plan to quantum-resistant algorithms, which are currently going through an approval process by NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology). Once this has been defined, this will be the next step in our quantum journey.

Why Quantum-Resistance is needed

To put it into perspective: mathematical problems that would currently take a traditional supercomputer until the end of time, will be solved by a quantum computer in a matter of  hours. That’s how powerful the technology will be.

Quantum computers will outperform even the most powerful supercomputer that exists in this day and age, meaning all our current encryption protocols, like RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman), ECDSA (Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm), DSA (Digital Signature Algorithm), and Diffie-Hellman key agreement protocol, will be broken in the future.

This means that quantum computing attacks become a high possibility against current encryption, which protects everything from sensitive state data, to power plants, stock markets and so on, becoming vulnerable in a post-quantum world. Even though the threat posed by quantum computers may seem distant, there is an urgency to be protected and ready against such long-term dangers, especially due to the “harvest now, decrypt later” threat. Hackers and digital attackers are tapping encrypted data channels and collecting a substantial amount of encrypted data in anticipation of unlocking it in the future using a quantum computer. According to Duncan Jones, Head of Cybersecurity at Quantinuum: “Encryption keys are a fundamental part of securing sensitive data. Using encryption keys generated from a verifiable quantum source enhances security above what is available today, and takes risks off the table at a time where the cyber threat has never been higher.”

According to a study by Dimensional Research, two-thirds of cybersecurity leaders and experts believe that current encryption protocols stand no chance against hackers using a quantum computer. The alarming part is that more than 50% of organizations are not even aware of quantum security threats, while some companies are already preparing and budgeting against quantum threats.

Locations and benefits

The feature will be initially rolled out along with split tunneling and obfuscation features in the US, the UK, Australia, Canada, Germany and the Netherlands on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android apps.

Offering the perfect combination of security, speed, and compatibility, OpenVPN is one of the best VPN protocols out there. With the added feature of quantum-safe encryption keys, users will be able to enjoy the added advantage of strengthened privacy and anonymity on all devices, enhanced remote work security, safer online banking and crypto transactions and an added layer of protection from illegal surveillance. This next-level layer of protection will carry on through when quantum computers become more accessible and commercially popular.

The latest initiative represents PureVPN’s legacy of being a frontrunner in the VPN industry and paving the way in its willingness to constantly evolve by adapting to and trying out new technologies. PureVPN is a no-log certified company, and has an always-on audit policy, meaning their servers and systems are open to unscheduled or surprise audits any time of the year. The VPN service also provides customers round-the-clock customer care, and 10-multi login access. PureVPN launched the much anticipated WireGuard protocol last year, after testing it thoroughly for users to have a seamless experience.

Post-quantum solution

Quantum computing is a fascinating and revolutionary technology that has been gaining ground for the last few years. In fact, a study on the subject showed that 89% of 600 cybersecurity experts across the world predicted that current encryption will be compromised by 2026.   

With the advancement of cybersecurity tools like VPNs, we are perfectly secure in the digital sphere for now. When quantum computers become more accessible, however, we’ll be left confronting new cybersecurity challenges. In cybersecurity, they call it Q-day, the day when quantum computers will break the internet. 

Fortunately, governments, scientists and industry experts are already developing quantum-resistant solutions that the global economy will be relying on soon enough.

History is dotted with codes and cryptography, but our future hinges on them. For 2000 years, codemakers and codebreakers have covertly decided the fate of kingdoms, governments and economies. However, with the introduction of quantum-resistant technologies, codemakers have new and innovative ways to combat the latest threats.

“As one of the leading VPN service providers, we take the security of our users too seriously to rely just on mere speculation on when, not if, quantum technology will advance or completely destroy privacy. When quantum computers raise the stakes between codemakers and codebreakers, we want to be on the right side of history, or in this case, the future,” said Uzair Gadit, CEO PureVPN. 

Quantum computers are on the horizon. With PureVPN, you can stay ahead of the curve.

PureVPN is committed to providing digital safety, while making sure its users have the safest and most seamless experience online. The VPN service continues serving its 3 million+ satisfied customers with 6500+ servers in 78+ countries and a network bandwidth upto 20 Gbit.