Quantum Computing
Cybersecurity statistics about quantum computing
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94% of organizations are beginning to prepare for quantum computing security risks.
54% of organizations are actively developing plans to strengthen their security posture and risk mitigation strategies for quantum computing.
49% of organisations have not considered or started implementing any quantum-resistant security measures.
Quantum computing now ranks among the Top 4 threats that organisations feel least prepared to address.
The top internal challenges to achieving post-quantum cryptography include gaps in technical expertise to adopt industry standards (37%) and gaps in dedicated quantum computing knowledge and resources (36%).
Only 8% of security leaders include quantum readiness in their top three budget priorities for the coming year.
Only 3% of organisations have implemented all leading quantum-resistant security measures surveyed.
Readiness for quantum computing is low at 32% for IT executives.
The C-suite (33%) and board members (22%) champion PQC preparedness
56% of mid-sized organizations say they are not ready for quantum computing challenges.
42% of organizations are actively addressing quantum risk now.
Companies that view PQC as a significant undertaking are more than twice as likely to be taking steps now (49%) compared to those that consider the risks minor or overstated (24%).
48% of respondents cited a competitive edge as a key business driver for PQC readiness.
50% of respondents cited enhanced customer trust as a key business driver for PQC readiness.
49% of respondents cited reduced cyber insurance premiums as a key business driver for PQC readiness.
Top challenges for progress in addressing quantum risks include lack of skilled personnel (40%), limited time and competing priorities (40%), and unclear industry standards (39%).
54% of respondents cited stronger cybersecurity as a key business driver for PQC readiness.
At nearly half of companies (46%), cybersecurity teams are championing PQC preparedness.
2% of organizations have no plans to address quantum risks at all.
Risk perception varies by role: 53% of VPs and directors believe their organizations are unprepared for quantum risks, compared to 35% of C-suite executives.