How to Explain Post-Quantum Cryptography to a Middle School Student

Explore the world of post-quantum cryptography in this engaging 54-minute conference talk from 44CON Information Security Conference. Discover how to explain complex cryptographic concepts to middle school students using everyday objects and simple analogies. Learn about five families of post-quantum crypto systems, including lattice-based, code-based, non-commutative, multivariate, and hash-based signatures. Gain insights into the basics of quantum computing and its potential impact on current encryption methods. Understand the importance of developing quantum-resistant algorithms and follow the progress of the NIST Post-Quantum Crypto Competition. Through cartoons, drawings, photographs, and even a Rubik's Cube, grasp the fundamentals of advanced mathematical concepts in a way that's accessible to non-mathematicians.