Market Overview
According to Fortune Business Insights, the global space cybersecurity market size was valued at USD 4.84 billion in 2025. The market is projected to grow from USD 5.23 billion in 2026 to USD 11.01 billion by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 9.7% during the forecast period.
Space cybersecurity involves protecting systems, assets, and operations in the space domain from cyber threats to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The market is driven by the rapid growth of satellites, mega-constellations, and ground stations, alongside the integration of advanced technologies like AI, ML, and cloud infrastructure.
Major Players Profiled in the Market Report:
Thales Group (France)
Airbus Defence and Space GmbH (Germany)
Northrop Grumman (U.S.)
Lockheed Martin (U.S.)
RTX (Raytheon) (U.S.)
Boeing (U.S.)
L3Harris Technologies (U.S.)
BAE Systems (U.K.)
Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy)
General Dynamics (U.S.)
SpaceX (U.S.)
Maxar Technologies (U.S.)
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (U.S.)
Viasat (U.S.)
Israel Aerospace Industries (Israel)
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems (Israel)
QinetiQ (U.K.)
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (Norway)
Parsons Corporation (U.S.)
SpiderOak Inc. (U.S.)
Segments
Growing Demand for Advanced Protection Solution Drives Dominance of the Segment
Based on offering, the market is bifurcated into solutions and services. The solution segment captured the largest market share in 2024 (estimated USD 2.67 billion for 2025) due to the need for comprehensive software and hardware protection against sophisticated threats. The services segment is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR of 12.3% due to demand for managed security and incident response.
Increased Reliance on Satellites and Rising Cyber Threats Propel Their Dominance in the Market
Based on platform, the market is divided into satellite launch vehicles, ground stations, spaceports & launch facilities, and others. The satellite segment captured the largest market share in 2024 (estimated USD 2.49 billion for 2025) as they are prime targets for hacking, jamming, and spoofing. Spaceports & launch facilities are expected to grow at the highest CAGR of 13.9%.
Government’s Need to Secure Space Assets Results in Capturing the Largest Share in the Market
Based on end user, the market is categorized into government, commercial, and defense. The government segment accounted for the largest market share (USD 3.14 billion in 2025) owing to the strategic importance of space assets for national security. The commercial segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR of 14.1% driven by the expansion of satellite-based services.
Geographically, the market is studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa.
Source: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/space-cybersecurity-market-114485
Report Coverage
The report offers:
Detailed analysis of leading companies, product types, and applications.
Insights into market trends and key industry developments.
Major growth drivers, restraining factors, and opportunities.
Market share analysis and regional outlooks.
Drivers & Restraints
Increasing Cyber Threats and the Critical Dependence on Space Systems Driving Cybersecurity Demand
The growing threat of hacking, jamming, and spoofing targeting critical space assets (communication, navigation, Earth observation) is a major driver. As dependence on space infrastructure for national security and the economy grows, the urgency for robust cybersecurity solutions increases.
However, the Complexity and Cost of Developing Space‑Specific Cybersecurity Technologies may hinder market growth. Space systems operate in harsh environments with limited computational resources, making the development of specialized, energy-efficient security solutions technically challenging and expensive.
Regional Insights
North America Held the Largest Market Share due to Strong Government Presence
North America dominated the global market with a share of 33.78% in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1.73 billion in 2025. This is driven by the strong presence of agencies like NASA and the DoD, alongside major commercial players like SpaceX, which drive significant investment in protecting space operations.
Asia Pacific to Grow at Highest CAGR due to Rapid Satellite Deployments
The Asia Pacific market is estimated to reach USD 1.69 billion in 2026, growing at the highest CAGR of 12.5%. This growth is fueled by expanding national space programs in China, India, and Japan, as well as evolving regulatory frameworks and rising commercial space activities.
Space Cybersecurity Market Future Growth:
The market is poised for significant future growth fueled by the rising adoption of Generative AI, which enhances threat detection and anomaly analysis by processing large datasets from satellites. The rapid commercialization of space and the expansion of the private sector, including mega-constellation deployments, are creating a surge in demand for scalable security solutions. While established players dominate, the market is seeing increased opportunities in emerging regions like the Middle East and Asia-Pacific as they ramp up space infrastructure investments.
Competitive Landscape
Strong Geographic Presence, Along with a Various Range of Products by Key Players, Enhance Their Market Positions
The market features a semi-concentrated structure with established players like Thales, Airbus, and Lockheed Martin leading through continuous product innovation and strategic partnerships. These companies are increasingly embedding cybersecurity services into the space value chain. The landscape is also witnessing consolidation and collaboration between satellite operators and security providers.
Key Industry Development
July 2025: Leonardo S.p.A. acquired a 24.55% stake in Finland’s cybersecurity company SSH to expand offerings in hybrid-cloud and quantum-safe encryption.
June 2025: Thales and Proximus formed a strategic partnership under a NATO contract to enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure networks.
June 2025: Netgear acquired cybersecurity startup Exium to enhance integrated networking and security services.