Widely acknowledged threat from Cryptographically Relevant Quantum Computers breaking asymmetric security protocols. Risks include “Store Now, Decrypt Later”, Code Signing / Digital Signatures, Key Management attacks which leading to breach of customer privacy, network disruption and systems impact.

The migration towards quantum safe infrastructure and services is complex, with multiple dependencies – particularly in the telecoms sector. This motivated formation of GSMA Post Quantum Telco Network Task Force.