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Shor’s Algorithm Mitigation

Definition

Shor’s Algorithm Mitigation refers to cryptographic strategies and techniques developed to counteract the threat posed by Shor’s algorithm to current public-key encryption standards. This quantum algorithm can efficiently break widely used cryptographic schemes like RSA and Elliptic Curve Cryptography. Mitigation involves transitioning to post-quantum cryptographic algorithms that are resistant to such attacks. It is a critical effort to secure digital assets and communications against future quantum computing capabilities.