Interpreted Prediction
Hybrid hashed-based signatures should be deployed now in contexts like software and firmware updates where their larger size is manageable, ensuring the integrity of the update pipeline against future quantum threats.
AI Evaluation Notes
The prediction suggests deploying hybrid hashed-based signatures in software and firmware updates to ensure integrity against quantum threats. While widespread adoption is not fully realized by 2026-01-11, there has been increasing discussion and research into quantum-resistant cryptography, including hash-based signatures, for software and firmware updates.