Quantum computing creates a world of possibilities but also one where nothing is secure.

[BillyPilgrim]

It's my impression that the proper encryption algorithms themselves aren't the weak link in modern hacking. There are a large number of potential vulnerabilities that doesn't really have anything to do with weakness in the encryption algorithms themselves. Could be the people on the inside, the other systems around the encrypted material or a number of other weaknesses not directly related to the chosen algorithm.

Social engineering is usually far easier than trying to crack encryption technology. Even the most unbreakable encryption is useless if there's a much easier way around it rather than through it.

My point is that I don't think quantum computing is going to change digital security other than everyone making sure they're using quantum resistant encryption, all other potential vulnerabilities being about the same.

LOL, the weak link in modern hacking is the disgusting lack of prosecution. Why are there so many cucks who see this as an unavoidable cost of doing business?

 

[SargeMaximus]

You don't even need to get into bank account passwords or security to see how much this one makes sense. Sony basically deleted people's purchased items from their digital library because their licensing agreement ran out. No refund, just a nice fvck you.

Yup, it’s why I have most of my game’s physical copied as well

 

[BackInTheGame78]

LOL, the weak link in modern hacking is the disgusting lack of prosecution. Why are there so many cucks who see this as an unavoidable cost of doing business?

How do you plan on prosecuting someone in North Korea?

 

[The Duke]

Even today, if someone wants to get in badly enough they eventually will to some degree...

Adding quantum computing capabilities makes almost any defense system 10000x more vulnerable than it is today to attacks and breaches. And that 10000 number might be more like 1,000,000...

They will need to utilize quantum computers for defense right? That's the only way they would stand a chance.

 

[BackInTheGame78]

They will need to utilize quantum computers for defense right? That's the only way they would stand a chance.

I would think so, unless they come up with something crazy

 

[BackInTheGame78]

Only if they ever exist, which they might not.

Quantum computing has a hype problem

Quantum computing startups are all the rage, but it’s unclear if they’ll be able to produce anything of use in the near future.

www.technologyreview.com

Might be sooner than you think...that's the thing with new tech...usually arrives faster than we think it actually will but takes longer to achieve its potential once it gets here.

https://www.darpa.mil/news-events/2023-12-06

 

[BackInTheGame78]

Another interesting issue...imperfect clocks could cause timing/concurrency issues with quantum computers and limiting them until this is overcome...

Imperfect Clocks Limit Quantum Computers

Timing issues could produce critical problems as quantum computers get bigger

spectrum.ieee.org

 

[BoomToTheMoonAlice]

Quantum computers will be able solve problems in minutes that would take the fastest supercomputers today millions of years.

That opens up a world of possibilities where technology will likely advance faster than ever before.

It will also open up a world where nothing will be secure because all current security protocols will be able to be cracked within mere seconds even by the most rudimentary methods like Brute Force attacks.

Banks, financial institutions and government agencies will be targeted immediately and it could cause serious issues and upheaval...

About to enter a technological era that has yet to ever be seen on earth at the same time as entering an era that might be the most dangerous one when we look at the effects of AI along with Quantum Computers could pose if they are used for nefarious purposes.

Quantum computers could solve problems in minutes that would take today's supercomputers millions of years

Quantum computers could give us answers to impossible problems in physics, chemistry, engineering and medicine.

www.cbsnews.com

Did you think you had privacy before? Did no one listen to Edward Snowden?