What’s next for cybersecurity in the Quantum Era?

TLDR:

• The editors at ISMG discuss how the quantum era will reshape cybersecurity
• The article highlights ISMG’s plans for in-depth coverage at the 2024 RSA conference, web tracker guidance, and quantum computing concerns

In the latest article, the editors at ISMG reflect on how the quantum era will change cybersecurity. The piece discusses the coverage that ISMG plans to provide at the 2024 RSA conference, including topics such as technology innovations and the rise of ransomware attacks. The article also touches on the updated guidance from federal regulators on web trackers and their implications for privacy violations. Finally, the editors address the looming threat that quantum computing poses to current encryption standards and data security, emphasizing the need for security teams to start preparing for this shift.

The ISMG Editors’ Panel, featuring Anna Delaney, Tom Field, Michael Novinson, and Marianne Kolbasuk McGee, is a weekly platform where cybersecurity leaders discuss critical issues in the industry. This week’s discussion centers on the impact of the quantum era on cybersecurity and the proactive steps that organizations need to take to adapt to this changing landscape.