Dell Technologies takes a “Security by Design” approach to its solutions, offering deeply integrated features for security and cyber resilience. Several enhancements are now designed to protect the solutions against new risks arising from quantum computing and AI. The innovations include advanced security features for PCs, improved backup and recovery capabilities for Dell PowerProtect, and the extension of threat detection to AI data platforms.

Resisting Future Attacks

AI and quantum computing are currently exacerbating the threat landscape for businesses. While quantum computing weakens the encryption methods companies use to protect their data and verify the integrity of their software, AI creates new data treasures for businesses and opens up entirely new opportunities for cybercriminals to refine their attacks. Companies therefore need solutions that can withstand future attacks, minimize the impact of security incidents, and detect threats within AI infrastructures. Dell Technologies offers a multi-layered approach to address this—from the PC to the data center.

Quantum-secure protection for PCs

Quantum computing threatens the foundations of today’s security functions and necessitates the integration of better protection mechanisms at the deepest firmware levels of computers. Dell Technologies is therefore introducing quantum-secure protection features for its PCs that guard against threats that overwhelm conventional security tools and survive even a system reboot or reinstallation.

First, Dell Technologies is hardening the Embedded Controller (EC) in its PCs. This is a central hardware security component used to verify firmware updates via digital signatures. The controller now resists quantum-based attacks that attempt to inject counterfeit or manipulated firmware versions by utilizing stronger encryption and signature methods for validation. This reduces the risk of supply chain attacks.

Additionally, Dell Technologies is expanding BIOS verification to meet so-called post-quantum standards. It now detects tampering by comparing the BIOS with a trusted reference version stored in Dell Technologies’ secure cloud. If the versions do not match, the device is flagged accordingly and an alert is triggered so that security teams can investigate it.

Better Cyber Resilience with AI-Powered Recovery

Well-protected devices that prevent attacks are just as important as the ability to minimize the impact of security incidents. However, according to Dell Technologies’ “Global Cyber Resilience Insights” study, only 40 percent of companies can manage the situation with minimal impact following an attack or emergency simulation.

Dell Technologies is expanding its PowerProtect portfolio to help organizations detect threats like ransomware earlier and accelerate recovery after attacks. Dell PowerProtect Data Manager now helps organizations resolve recovery issues faster. An AI-powered assistant provides context-aware support for time-sensitive tasks and detects early signs of ransomware attacks by scanning PowerStore snapshots for anomalies. Additionally, management is simplified through a unified dashboard across distributed systems.

Protection for Smaller Sites

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain enhances protection for smaller sites and strengthens security during data transfers. The Dell PowerProtect Data Domain DD3410 appliance enables backups twice as fast and data recoveries 46 percent faster than the previous model, allowing businesses to resume operations quickly after a security incident. The updated Data Domain Operating System now supports TLS 1.3, protecting data in transit between systems in accordance with NIST requirements for encrypted connections.

Threat Detection from Endpoint to AI Data Platform

Rapid recovery depends on the early detection of threats. However, AI workloads consolidate valuable data on platforms that are not always covered by traditional endpoint security. This creates visibility gaps that attackers can exploit. Dell Technologies is therefore expanding its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service to environments where unstructured data is stored and AI workloads are active.

Enhanced threat visibility

Following the expansion of Dell MDR to Dell PowerProtect, the service now also monitors Dell PowerScale, providing organizations with enhanced visibility into threats targeting their AI data. Supported by experienced security analysts from Dell Technologies, the service enables earlier detection of suspicious activity and automated responses. This protects critical data and streamlines security-related processes.

Advanced threat detection and antivirus capabilities

In addition, Dell Technologies is introducing a new “EDR only” (Endpoint Detection and Response) option. This service uses advanced threat detection and next-generation antivirus capabilities to monitor endpoints, investigate threats, and initiate countermeasures when threats are detected. When used with Dell PCs, it is designed to provide unique insights into BIOS verification. If a computer’s BIOS changes and deviates from its trusted state due to a potential compromise, an alert is automatically sent to the Dell Technologies MDR team, and an investigation is initiated.

“Staying one step ahead of tomorrow’s threats”

“Quantum computing breaks the encryption and signature mechanisms that protect our data today, and agentic AI further exacerbates the situation by increasing the value of data and sharing it autonomously across teams and organizations,” explains John Roese, Global CTO and Chief AI Officer at Dell Technologies. “At Dell Technologies, we have been preparing for both of these changes for nearly a decade and are investing in post-quantum cryptography, a modern approach to cyber resilience, and Security by Design. We will continue to introduce new protective measures across our entire product portfolio to help businesses master new technologies and stay one step ahead of tomorrow’s threats.”