Preparing for the Post-Quantum Era: A Call to Action
CISA and G7 urge transition to post-quantum cryptography to counter future threats.
Summary
CISA and the G7 Cyber Security Working Group have released a joint call to action emphasizing the critical need for organizations and governments to prepare for the post-quantum era. The document outlines five key priorities for transitioning to post-quantum cryptography (PQC), including raising awareness, developing national strategies, advancing research, fostering public-private partnerships, and integrating PQC into procurement processes to safeguard sensitive data and critical assets.
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EXTERNAL Preparing for the Post-Quantum Era: A Call to Action Publish DateSeptember 03, 2026 Preparing for the Post-Quantum Era: A Call to Action Related topics: Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience , Cybersecurity Best Practices , Information and Communications Technology Supply Chain Security CISA and the Group of Seven (G7) Cyber Security Working Group released Preparing for the Post-Quantum Era: A Call to Action highlighting the urgent need for organizations and governments to begin transitioning to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) to protect sensitive data, authentication systems, and critical assets from emerging quantum computing threats. The G7 Cyber Security Working Group’s call to action outlines five priorities for a successful transition to PQC: Raising awareness of quantum risks and the importance of PQC; Developing national strategies that support PQC adoption and integration; Advancing research and development for quantum-safe technologies; Fostering public-private partnerships to share expertise and resources; and Integrating PQC into cybersecurity requirements and procurement processes. Please share your thoughts! We welcome your feedback. CISA PRODUCT SURVEY Tags Audience: Federal Government, Industry, State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Government Language: English Topics: Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience, Cybersecurity Best Practices, Information and Communications Technology Supply Chain Security Related Resources Aug 26, 2026 Publication CISA Vulnerability Review Jul 29, 2026 Publication 2026 Minimum Elements for a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) Jun 26, 2026 External Russian Intelligence Services Continue to Target Commercial Messaging Applications May 12, 2026 External, Publication Software Bill of Materials for AI - Minimum Elements