- Quantum computers could crack encryption and put even printers at risk
- HPS new models include chips to withstand quantum level Firmware attack
- They also support the Zero Trust and BIOS protection
Quantum Computing is largely seen as the next big leap in technology, but also constitutes a security threat as it can break the encryption systems that protect everything from online banking for government data.
The idea that large amounts of sensitive information could be broken in seconds by a future quantum machine is understandably a major concern, and even printers may be at risk – and to tackle this problem, HP has announced what it calls the world’s first printers designed to protect against such attacks.
The new 8000 series of A3 printers, including HP Color Laserjet Enterprise MFP 8801, Mono MFP 8601, and LaserJet Pro Mono SFP 8501 (which can be broadcast up to 70 ppm), includes updated ASIC chips designed with quantum-resistant cryptography, which also says HP also provides Digital Signature.
Updated ASIC chips
“Without a quantum resilience, a printer facing a quantum attack at the firmware level would be fully exposed through malicious firmware updates, giving striker stealthy, sustained and total control over the device,” the company said.
HP also claims that hardware is designed to secure BIOS and firmware for early phase, limiting the risk of manipulation through fake updates. The new models also take zero trust security methods and help companies manage their printed fleets safer.
There is no word yet about pricing or availability of the new printers, but this step follows HP’s previous introduction of business -PCs with firmware protection against quantum threats. The company said it is planning to use quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms across both its PC and printer product lines.
HP also notes because many pressure contracts are running for several years, companies should consider this timeline in their next purchasing decisions to avoid future observations.
While quantum computing it is still somehow to reach its full potential, like Google and Microsoft, have made a number of breakthroughs in this area.
Most recently, Microsoft removed wraps from Majorana 1, its first-of-sin-stroke quantum chip with topological core architecture.
