Definition ∞ “Harvest Now Decrypt Later” describes a cyberattack strategy where encrypted data is collected today with the intent of decrypting it at a later date using future, more powerful computational methods, such as quantum computers. This tactic poses a particular threat to data with long-term confidentiality requirements. It underscores the urgency for post-quantum cryptographic transitions.
Context ∞ The “Harvest Now Decrypt Later” threat is a critical consideration in the cybersecurity strategies of organizations handling sensitive data, including those in the digital asset space. News often highlights the risks to encrypted communications and stored data that could be vulnerable to future quantum decryption. This strategy motivates the development and deployment of quantum-resistant cryptographic standards.
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