rfc-9794

Terminology for Post-Quantum Traditional Hybrid Schemes

F. Driscoll, M. Parsons, B. Hale
date2025-06 streamIETF areasec wgpquip statusINFORMATIONAL pages15 canonicalhttps://www.rfc-editor.org/rfc/rfc9794 doi10.17487/RFC9794
One aspect of the transition to post-quantum algorithms in cryptographic protocols is the development of hybrid schemes that incorporate both post-quantum and traditional asymmetric algorithms. This document defines terminology for such schemes. It is intended to be used as a reference and, hopefully, to ensure consistency and clarity across different protocols, standards, and organisations.