Understanding Cybersecurity Regulations and Certification
Cybersecurity regulations and certification schemes define how products with digital elements must be designed, assessed, and maintained to meet legal, safety, and security expectations. For manufacturers and developers, understanding which requirements apply is essential for market access, regulatory approval, and customer trust.
QIMA, through CCLab - a QIMA company, supports organizations in navigating this landscape by helping them understand applicable regulations and certification schemes and by providing independent evaluation and certification support where required.
Which Regulations or Certifications Apply to Your Product?
Cybersecurity requirements are not one size fits all. Applicability depends on factors such as product functionality, connectivity, target market, and intended use.
Below are the key regulations and certification frameworks that commonly apply to products with digital elements.
EU Cybersecurity Regulations
These regulations define mandatory cybersecurity requirements for products placed on regulated markets.
Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) – Mandatory EU cybersecurity requirements for products with digital elements across the full product lifecycle.
Radio Equipment Directive (RED) – Cybersecurity obligations for internet connected radio equipment placed on the EU market.
Product Cybersecurity Standards Supporting Compliance
These standards are widely used to demonstrate alignment with regulatory cybersecurity expectations.
ETSI EN 303 645 – Baseline cybersecurity requirements for consumer IoT products.
IEC 62443 – International cybersecurity standards for industrial automation and control systems.
Cybersecurity Certification Frameworks
Certification schemes provide independent assurance that a product meets defined cybersecurity requirements.
Common Criteria Cybersecurity Certification (EUCC) – EU wide cybersecurity certification scheme based on Common Criteria (ISO/IEC 15408).
eIDAS – Cybersecurity requirements for products and systems supporting electronic identification and trust services.
Cybersecurity Certification for ESG Software – EUCC based cybersecurity certification for ESG software platforms in regulated contexts.
How QIMA Supports Regulatory and Certification Compliance
QIMA supports manufacturers throughout the regulatory and certification journey, from early scoping to independent evaluation and certification support.
Our services include:
Regulatory applicability and scoping support
Independent cybersecurity evaluation and testing
Support across international and market specific schemes
QIMA’s integrated approach helps organizations meet cybersecurity obligations efficiently while reducing compliance risk and delays.
Cybersecurity Resources
In addition to core services, QIMA provides resources to help organizations understand cybersecurity requirements, build internal capability, and stay informed as regulations and threats evolve. These include:
Events including conference participation, where QIMA cybersecurity experts share insights through live sessions and on‑demand content
Training and workshops for development, security, and compliance teams
Downloads such as guides, infographics, and checklists supporting compliance and security improvement
Webinar - Practical approach to consumer IoT cybersecurity
Blogs providing updates on cybersecurity risks, regulatory developments, and best practices
Newsletters delivering insights and updates directly to subscribers
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) addressing common cybersecurity, evaluation, and certification topics