[ls65536]

The industry definitely seems to be going in this hybrid PQC-classical direction for the most part. At least until we know there's a real quantum computer somewhere that renders the likes of RSA, ECC, and DH no longer useful, it seems this conservative approach of using two different types of locks in parallel might be the safest bet for now.

However, what's notable is that the published CNSA 2.0 algorithms in this context are exclusively of the post-quantum variety, and even though there is no explicit disallowing of the use of hybrid constructions, NSA publicly deems them as unnecessary (from their FAQ [0]):

> NSA has confidence in CNSA 2.0 algorithms and will not require NSS developers to use hybrid certified products for security purposes.

[0] https://www.nsa.gov/Press-Room/News-Highlights/Article/Artic...

[djmdjm]

They don't endorse hybrid constructions but they also don't ban them. From the same document:

> However, product availability and interoperability requirements may lead to adopting hybrid solutions.