ETSI ISG QKD - Quantum Key Distribution
The ETSI Industry Specification Group on Quantum Key Distribution (ISG QKD) develops standards for quantum key distribution technologies, leveraging quantum mechanics to enable secure key exchange between parties. Notable specifications include ETSI GS QKD 004 (Application Interface), ETSI GS QKD 002 (Security Requirements), and ETSI GS QKD 014 (Key Management). Work is ongoing, but no major version update has been released in 2024.
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Framework Domains (5)
Application Interface
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| GS-QKD-004 | Application Programming Interface (API) |
| GS-QKD-014 | REST-Based Key Delivery API |
Component Characterization
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| GS-QKD-011 | Optical Component Characterization |
| GS-QKD-012 | Device and Channel Parameters |
Network Integration
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| GS-QKD-015 | SDN Control Interface |
| GS-QKD-018 | SDN Orchestration Interface |
Security Evaluation
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| GS-QKD-005 | Security Proofs Framework |
| GS-QKD-008 | QKD Module Security Specification |
| GS-QKD-016 | Common Criteria Protection Profile |
Use Cases and Requirements
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| GS-QKD-002 | QKD Use Cases |
| GS-QKD-003 | Components and Interface Requirements |
Your Compliance Coverage
If you comply with ETSI ISG QKD - Quantum Key Distribution, you already cover:
ILO Nursing Personnel Convention C149 (1977)
45%
5 controls mapped
Compare →ISO/IEC 27400:2022
45%
5 controls mapped
Compare →ISO/IEC 27011:2024
45%
5 controls mapped
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ETSI ISG QKD - Quantum Key Distribution?
ETSI ISG QKD - Quantum Key Distribution is a compliance framework from International (ETSI) with 5 domains and 11 controls. The ETSI Industry Specification Group on Quantum Key Distribution (ISG QKD) develops standards for quantum key distribution technologies, leveraging quantum mechanics to enable secure key exchange between parties. Notable specifications include ETSI GS QKD 004 (Application Interface), ETSI GS QKD 002 (Security Requirements), and ETSI GS QKD 014 (Key Management). Work is ongoing, but no major version update has been released in 2024. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does ETSI ISG QKD - Quantum Key Distribution have?
ETSI ISG QKD - Quantum Key Distribution has 11 controls organised across 5 domains. The largest domains are Security Evaluation (3 controls), Application Interface (2 controls), Component Characterization (2 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does ETSI ISG QKD - Quantum Key Distribution map to?
ETSI ISG QKD - Quantum Key Distribution maps to 394 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are ILO Nursing Personnel Convention C149 (1977) (45% coverage), ISO/IEC 27400:2022 (45% coverage), ISO/IEC 27011:2024 (45% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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