Commvault Unveils New Post-Quantum Cryptography Capabilities to Help Customers Protect Data from a New Generation of Security Threats

Core Insights - Commvault enhances its post-quantum cryptography (PQC) capabilities to protect sensitive long-term data against emerging quantum threats [1][3][4] - The urgency for organizations to adopt quantum-resistant encryption is emphasized due to the rapid advancements in quantum computing [2][5][6] Company Developments - Commvault has supported quantum-resistant encryption standards since August 2024, including CRYSTALS-Kyber, CRYSTALS-Dilithium, SPHINCS+, and FALCON, and has now added support for Hamming Quasi-Cyclic (HQC) [3][4] - The company’s crypto-agility framework allows customers to adapt to evolving threats without overhauling existing systems [3][4] - Commvault's post-quantum cryptography capabilities are available to all customers using software version CPR 2024 (11.36) and later [8] Industry Context - 63% of technology and cybersecurity professionals believe quantum computing will increase cybersecurity risks, and 50% foresee regulatory challenges [2] - The need for organizations, especially in finance and healthcare, to prepare for quantum threats is highlighted as data sensitivity persists over decades [4][6] - Commvault's leadership in adopting quantum-resistant cryptography positions it favorably among data protection vendors [6]