Defense Domain • 5 Solutions

Quantum-Safe SoC & Processors

Harden defense processors at the silicon level with post-quantum cryptographic accelerators, quantum-safe secure boot chains, PQC-authenticated debug interfaces, and trusted execution environments. From RISC-V PQC SoC designs to AI-verified firmware integrity with quantum-safe digital signatures.

RISC-V PQC SoC

Complete system-on-chip with integrated PQC accelerators for ML-KEM and ML-DSA, QRNG entropy source, and hardware Root of Trust — purpose-built for defense processor applications.

QS Secure Boot

ML-DSA verified boot chain ensures every stage from ROM bootloader through application firmware is authenticated with post-quantum digital signatures resistant to quantum forgery.

PQC TEE

Post-quantum enhanced TrustZone and secure enclave technology with PQC-sealed storage, quantum-safe attestation, and hardware-enforced isolation for classified workloads.

Why defense processors are vulnerable

Modern defense SoCs and processors rely on classical cryptography for secure boot, firmware authentication, debug port access control, and trusted execution. Quantum computers will break these protections, enabling adversaries to forge firmware signatures, bypass boot chain verification, and compromise processor trust anchors.

Debug interfaces secured with RSA or ECC authentication become exploitable attack surfaces. Trusted execution environments lose their integrity guarantees when attestation signatures can be forged. Harvest-now-decrypt-later attacks target encrypted firmware images for future quantum decryption and reverse engineering.

  • Secure boot chains using RSA/ECDSA signatures compromised by quantum forgery
  • Firmware authentication broken — adversaries can sign malicious firmware updates
  • Processor debug interface exploitation through quantum-broken authentication
  • TEE attestation signatures forgeable with quantum computers
  • Encrypted firmware images subject to harvest-now-decrypt-later attacks

Domain Specifications

ParameterValue
Solutions Available5 quantum-safe solutions
ASIC Solutions4 (SoC, Secure Boot, Debug Auth, TEE)
Firmware & Platforms1 (AI-PQC Firmware Integrity)
AI-Integrated1 (AI firmware verification)
StandardsFIPS 203, 204, CNSA 2.0
ArchitectureRISC-V, Arm TrustZone compatible
Migration Phase2025-2030 (hybrid first)

All Quantum-Safe SoC & Processor Solutions

SolutionTypeDescription
RISC-V PQC SoCASICComplete system-on-chip with integrated PQC accelerators for ML-KEM and ML-DSA, QRNG entropy source, and hardware Root of Trust
QS Secure Boot IPASIC IPML-DSA verified boot chain for defense processors with multi-stage signature verification from ROM through application
PQC Debug AuthenticationASIC IPPost-quantum secure debug port authentication preventing unauthorized JTAG/SWD access with ML-DSA challenge-response
QS TEE (Trusted Execution)ASIC IPPQC-enhanced TrustZone/secure enclave with quantum-safe attestation, sealed storage, and hardware-enforced isolation
AI-PQC Firmware IntegritySoftwareML-verified firmware with PQC digital signatures for anomaly detection, integrity validation, and secure update distribution

ASIC Solutions for SoC & Processors

SolutionDescription
RISC-V PQC SoCComplete RISC-V based system-on-chip with dedicated PQC coprocessor implementing ML-KEM-768/1024 and ML-DSA-65/87. Integrated QRNG entropy source, hardware Root of Trust, secure key storage, and tamper-resistant design for defense-grade processor applications.
QS Secure Boot IPHard IP block implementing ML-DSA verified boot chain with multi-stage signature verification. Covers ROM bootloader, secondary bootloader, OS kernel, and application firmware. Supports hybrid classical+PQC boot for migration compatibility.
PQC Debug AuthenticationPost-quantum secure debug port authentication IP for JTAG and SWD interfaces. ML-DSA challenge-response protocol prevents unauthorized debug access. Configurable security levels from full lockdown to authenticated debug with audit logging.
QS TEE (Trusted Execution)PQC-enhanced trusted execution environment compatible with Arm TrustZone and RISC-V PMP. Quantum-safe attestation, PQC-sealed secure storage, and hardware-enforced memory isolation. Supports classified workload compartmentalization with post-quantum integrity guarantees.

Firmware & Platforms for SoC & Processors

SolutionDescription
AI-PQC Firmware IntegrityMachine learning-based firmware verification platform with PQC digital signatures. Detects firmware anomalies, unauthorized modifications, and supply chain tampering. ML models trained on known-good firmware baselines combined with ML-DSA signed firmware manifests for end-to-end integrity assurance.

AI-Integrated SoC & Processor Solutions

SolutionDescription
AI-PQC Firmware IntegrityAI-driven firmware integrity engine combining deep learning anomaly detection with post-quantum cryptographic verification. Neural network models analyze firmware binaries for hidden backdoors, unauthorized code injection, and supply chain compromise. All firmware images are PQC-signed with ML-DSA for quantum-resistant authenticity guarantees. Continuous monitoring with automated alerting and quarantine for compromised firmware updates.

Flexible Integration Options

Choose the delivery model that matches your processor platform's integration requirements.

Hard IP

Silicon-Proven Blocks

GDS-ready hard IP blocks for direct integration into defense ASIC and SoC designs. Pre-characterized at advanced process nodes with guaranteed timing, area, and power specifications.

Firm IP

Optimized Netlists

Pre-synthesized and placed-and-routed IP for target process nodes. Technology-mapped with side-channel countermeasures, DPA/SPA resistance, and fault injection protection built in.

Software SDK

Firmware & Tools

PQC firmware libraries, secure boot SDKs, TEE development kits, and AI-based firmware verification tools. APIs for integration with existing processor toolchains and build systems.

Adjacent Defense Domains

Quantum-safe solutions that complement SoC and processor security.

Secure your processors with quantum-safe silicon

Contact us for quantum vulnerability assessments, SoC design reviews, or custom integration of PQC accelerators into your defense processor platform.