Security Glossary

In cybersecurity, quality assurance is an organised process of analysing and detecting bugs of an application before its release. It is a structured process that includes planning, process validation, testing strategies, and continuous improvement to ensure that software meets defined security standards. For mobile apps, QA is about running functional tests, checking performance, validating usability, and verifying security. Regular QA testing reduces the chances of bugs, makes the app more stable, and improves overall user experience. It’s a non-stop effort that bakes security testing right into the development lifecycle to keep the software honest, safe, and tough. Think of it as a safety inspector that sets the rules for writing secure code and keeps everyone on track.

Quantum-safe cryptography is a data protection mechanism that is based on alternative methods like lattice-based, hash-based, code-based or multivariate cryptography. These algorithms are developed to protect from quantum computer attacks. They protect from future threats where traditional encryption may fail. Existing encryption systems rely on mathematical problems that quantum computers could solve much faster than classical computers. To overcome this gap, quantum-safe cryptography is designed to protect sensitive data and communications from advanced threats. They are important for mobile apps handling sensitive transactions and long-term data protection. NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) is working actively to finalise standards such as FIPS 205 for hash-based signatures to replace outdated methods.