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HP's new security upgrade aims to protect your next business laptop against quantum-powered hacking

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HP has introduced new business PCs with enhanced firmware protection against potential quantum computer attacks. The upgrade involves an Endpoint Security Controller (ESC) chip, isolating it from the processor and operating system, minimizing the risk of data breaches and improving productivity. According to HP, quantum computers could pose a threat to cryptography, which has prompted the need for organizations to consider post-quantum cryptography in their devices. The company recommends businesses identify high-priority use cases, consult technology providers, and establish a comprehensive strategy to protect against quantum computing threats. Governments are also starting to emphasize post-quantum security, with some specifying mandatory quantum-resistant cryptography by 2030.