The EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) introduces mandatory cybersecurity requirements for products with digital elements placed on the EU market, reshaping how manufacturers design, document, update, and support their products throughout the entire lifecycle. This whitepaper provides a clear, accessible overview of what the CRA means for manufacturers, including:
- which products fall within scope
- which obligations and lifecycle requirements apply
- and how to prepare for full conformance by December 11, 2027.
It explains the CRA’s essential cybersecurity requirements such as secure by design and by default, vulnerability management, risk-based security measures, and long‑term support obligations.
Drawing on NXP’s extensive industry engagement and secure‑development expertise, the paper also details how NXP supports manufacturers in navigating CRA conformance. This includes:
- Third-party certified secure development processes
- SESIP and Common Criteria certifications
- Vulnerability monitoring and reporting capabilities through a dedicated Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT),
- Secure provisioning and lifecycle credential management with EdgeLock 2GO
- Comprehensive support and technical documentation
Whether you are assessing product portfolios, preparing technical documentation, or planning long‑term vulnerability handling, this resource offers actionable guidance to help you build compliant, resilient products, supported by NXP’s security technologies, lifecycle services, and clear guidance.
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