Shivam Sharma

Complete guide to CNSA 2.0 (Commercial National Security Algorithm Suite 2.0) compliance — mandated algorithms, deadlines, applicability, gap analysis, and step-by-step readiness assessment for organizations working toward quantum-safe cryptography.

A deep dive into the Harvest Now, Decrypt Later (HNDL) threat — what it is, which nation-states are conducting it, what data is at risk, how to calculate your exposure window, and why CBOM is essential for identifying and mitigating this active threat.

Everything you need to know about Cryptographic Bill of Materials (CBOM) — what it is, why it matters, how it differs from SBOM, the CycloneDX standard, discovery methods, quantum risk scoring, compliance frameworks, and implementation steps.

A detailed comparison of post-quantum cryptography migration and CBOM tools — IBM CBOMkit, SandboxAQ AQtive Guard, Crypto4A QxEDGE, InfoSec Global AgileSec, PQShield PQPlatform, QCecuring CBOM, and Encryption Consulting CertSecure. Features, strengths, limitations, and selection criteria.

A comprehensive 50-point checklist for assessing organizational readiness for post-quantum cryptography migration. Covers cryptographic inventory, algorithm classification, data sensitivity mapping, vendor assessment, hybrid testing, key management, compliance alignment, and training.

A technical deep dive into the CycloneDX CBOM format — structure, fields, crypto asset types, how to generate and consume CBOMs, integration with SBOM tools, validation, and complete examples in JSON and XML.

A comprehensive 6-phase post-quantum cryptography migration roadmap for enterprises. Covers inventory, assessment, prioritization, planning, migration, and verification with realistic timelines, resource requirements, and common pitfalls.

A comprehensive guide to implementing cryptographic agility — architectural patterns, abstraction layers, algorithm negotiation, configuration-driven cryptography, implementation examples in Java, Go, and Python, testing strategies, and certificate management for crypto-agile systems.

A detailed methodology for scoring quantum risk per cryptographic asset — covering algorithm vulnerability, data sensitivity, retention periods, HNDL exposure, system criticality, and remediation complexity. Includes scoring matrices, prioritization frameworks, and CBOM integration.

A comprehensive comparison of Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), Cryptographic Bill of Materials (CBOM), and Hardware Bill of Materials (HBOM) — what each covers, when you need them, how they complement each other, and why SBOM alone falls short for quantum readiness.