Delft-based cybersecurity firm QuDef recently introduced SQOUT, a specialized quantum threat intelligence and security assessment software platform, now commercially available for securing quantum communication networks. This platform specifically targets the protection of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) systems and post-quantum network protocols, offering a dedicated environment for chief information security officers (CISOs), risk managers, and security teams. SQOUT enables these professionals to model, evaluate, and mitigate vulnerabilities across hardware and software components within nascent quantum infrastructures1. The tool's primary function is to provide an early warning and analysis system against emerging quantum-era cyber threats, allowing for proactive defense strategies. Its launch underscores a critical shift towards securing quantum layers, distinct from classical cybersecurity paradigms. Given the rapid progression in quantum computing and its implications for cryptographic stability, the urgency for such specialized security tooling has escalated. Integrating dedicated quantum security platforms like SQOUT becomes essential for organizations preparing to defend against novel and complex attack surfaces that transcend conventional cryptographic safeguards.