Quantum computing in cyber security: Emerging threats, mitigation strategies, and future implications for data protection

Quantum computing is a quantum step forward in computing technology that can transform many industries, including cybersecurity. With the development of quantum computers, they bring a lot of threats to traditional cryptographic systems, which is a concern in ensuring the security of data and communications. This paper seeks to discuss the threats of quantum computing, particularly on cryptographic systems like the RSA and elliptic curve cryptography. It also looks into measures of protection from quantum attacks, such as establishing post-quantum cryptography and hybrid encryption. Further, this paper provides a brief insight into the future of data protection with a view that organizations must prepare for this continuously advancing world. The material looks into the interaction of quantum computing and cybersecurity to enable stakeholders to develop anticipations and expectations of the future in providing secure data in a quantum world.