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Security Fundamentals & Crypto · Advanced

Commercial National Security Algorithm Suite 2.0 (CNSA 2.0)

NSA's quantum-resistant algorithm suite and transition timeline for US national security systems.

Definition

CNSA 2.0 (2022) specifies AES-256, SHA-384/512, ML-KEM-1024, ML-DSA-87, and LMS/XMSS for firmware signing. It sets phased deadlines, with software and firmware signing and networking equipment moving first and full transition of national security systems targeted by 2035. It strongly influences vendor PQC roadmaps.

Example

A VPN vendor adds ML-KEM-1024 to IKEv2 to meet CNSA 2.0 requirements for government customers.

Exam tip

Know CNSA 2.0's algorithms and the 2035 completion target.

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