CYBERSTAND Post-event report - Supporting EU Experts in Standardisation Activities for the Cyber Resilience Act

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, keeping up in cybersecurity is essential. For professionals involved in EU cybersecurity, understanding the impact of the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and upcoming standardisation requests is crucial for shaping the security of digital products. Under the CRA, any company aiming to enter the EU market must comply with strict cybersecurity standards. This requirement raises the bar for safety and resilience across industries, ensuring that all products meet robust security criteria before reaching consumers. This shift signifies the EU's commitment to a secure digital future, emphasising user protection and trust. This webinar provided an in-depth look at the CRA’s key components, outlined forthcoming standardisation requests, and presented a timeline for compliance. Engaging in these discussions helps professionals influence EU cybersecurity standards and contribute to a safer digital future. The CYBERSTAND.eu project is a Coordination and Support Action focused on assisting Standards contributors, Open source contributors, SMEs and Product developers in developing and adjusting standards to meet the diverse requirements outlined in the Cyber Resilience Act’s standardisation requests. The event offered valuable insights into the CYBERSTAND.eu project, presenting its unique opportunities for cybersecurity experts, such as Specific Service Procedures (SSPs) that fund European experts' participation in cybersecurity standardisation, External Evaluators (EEs), and Cyber Resilience Act Working Groups (CRAWGs). During the roundtable, experts shared practical perspectives on implementing the CRA and addressing its challenges. Participants gained insights into the benefits of applying for SSPs, EEs, and CRAWGs, learning how their involvement can significantly impact the future of cybersecurity standards.