PredictionPolicy & securityPending

NIST plans to finalize the HQC encryption standard in 2027

Due 2027

NIST plans to release a final standard for HQC in 2027 after public review. HQC is a backup to ML-KEM for establishing shared encryption keys in systems designed to resist attacks by future quantum computers.

Predicted by: National Institute of Standards and Technology
Type: Government target
Said on: Mar 11, 2025
Original deadline: in 2027 (2027)
Status: Pending

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NIST selects HQC as a backup for quantum-resistant encryption (Mar 11, 2025)

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NIST plans to finalize the HQC encryption standard in 2027

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