PQC Security

FrodoKEM

An unstructured-lattice key-encapsulation mechanism several European authorities recommend as a conservative hedge against a future break in ML-KEM's structured-lattice assumptions, at a real performance cost.

Approved or recommended by

Recommended

FrodoKEM-976 · FrodoKEM-1344

BSI TR-02102-1, Version 2026-01 →
FranceANSSI
Recommended

A valid conservative option for high-security applications where the bandwidth penalty is not prohibitive.

ANSSI views on the Post-Quantum Cryptography transition (2023 follow-up) →
SpainCCN (Centro Criptológico Nacional)
Recommended
CCN-TEC 009 BP/37 (July 2026) →
NetherlandsAIVD / CWI / TNO
Permitted

Acceptable, not recommended, pending standardisation.

The PQC Migration Handbook, 2nd edition (Dec 2024) →
MalaysiaCyberSecurity Malaysia (MySEAL)
Permitted

FrodoKEM 976, 1344 · eFrodoKEM 976, 1344

AKSA MySEAL 2.1 Approved algorithm list →

This page lists only jurisdictions we have researched and where a primary source names a position on FrodoKEM specifically. Absence from this list is not evidence a country prohibits or ignores it -- see that country's page directly.