Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

Cyber Resilience Act (CRA): security and compliance for digital products

“Thanks to Cyberplan’s secure consulting services, we feel much more secure. Their team is knowledgeable and provides ongoing support, which helps us tremendously in managing our security.”

Peter Janssens CTO at FinSecure

The Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is a European regulation that requires manufacturers and suppliers of digital products, such as software and IoT devices, to better secure their products against cyber attacks and vulnerabilities. The legislation places strong emphasis on improving security throughout a product’s lifecycle, from design to decommissioning.

The CRA went into effect Nov. 12, 2024, and will apply from Dec. 11, 2027. This means organizations have plenty of time to align their processes and products with the new regulations.

Cyberplan helps your organization gain a clear understanding of what the CRA entails, what obligations apply and how to proactively implement technical measures to become compliant.

What does the Cyber Resilience Act entail?

The CRA introduces mandatory cybersecurity requirements for digital products within Europe. This means that manufacturers and suppliers must integrate security into their development processes from the outset (Security by Design & Default), as well as take proactive measures to minimize vulnerabilities.

Regulations focus on:

Minimum security requirements for digital products: all software and hardware products within the EU must meet certain cybersecurity baselines.
Vulnerability management and incident reporting: manufacturers must establish an effective process for identifying and fixing security vulnerabilities.
Transparency in cybersecurity risks: organizations should offer customers and users clear information about the security measures and potential risks of their products.

Which organizations does the CRA apply to?

The CRA applies to a wide range of companies that develop, distribute or sell digital products in the EU:

Manufacturers of software and hardware products.

Suppliers of digital services and IoT devices

Importers and distributors of digital products within the EU

Organizations offering software solutions with Internet connectivity

How does Cyberplan support your organization?

Cyberplan helps your organization with a strategic and technical approach to quickly and effectively comply with the CRA.

Our support includes:

Technical product assessments and vulnerability scans: We identify vulnerabilities in your software, hardware and IoT devices and provide immediately applicable recommendations to fix them.
Consulting around secure software development (DevSecOps): We guide development teams to build in cybersecurity from the get-go, focusing on Security by Design & Default.
Compliance roadmaps and guidance: We help create a concrete action plan to become compliant step by step, including documentation and technical measures.
Incident management and vulnerability disclosure processes: We support the establishment of efficient processes for reporting and handling security incidents.
Regular security testing and audits: By doing periodic assessments, penetration tests and code audits, we make sure your product remains compliant with the CRA.
Training and awareness: We offer customized cybersecurity training for developers and product teams to help them adopt best practices for secure software development.

Frequently asked questions about Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) (FAQ)

When will the CRA become mandatory?

The CRA is currently being implemented in EU legislation and is expected to take effect in 2025. Companies should prepare to comply in time.

What happens if my products do not meet the CRA?

Companies that fail to comply with the CRA risk fines, restrictions on their products in the EU market and significant reputational damage. The CRA contains similar penalty structures to the GDPR.

Are small businesses also required to comply with the CRA?

Yes, all organizations offering digital products within the EU must comply with the CRA, regardless of company size. The impact may vary depending on the type of product and associated risk profile.

What makes Cyberplan the right partner for CRA compliance?

Our deep technical expertise, hands-on approach and proven experience with cybersecurity assessments and product security enable companies to become compliant quickly and efficiently, without unnecessary complexity.