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From smart home devices to industrial sensors to medical equipment, the modern cybercriminal has no shortage of attack surfaces to choose from. The need for robust device security is universal, and compliance plays a major role in keeping these technologies safe.Ìý

Compliance with standards like FIPS, export controls, the EU Cyber Resilience Act (EUCRA), UK Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI), and various international cybersecurity regulations is critical for protecting data, maintaining trust, and accessing global markets. ¶ºÒõ¹Ý’s TrustCore SDK provides the tools needed to meet these standards efficiently, enabling developers and organizations to build secure, compliant devices.

The compliance challenge for connected devices

Connected devices operate in a complex regulatory landscape where compliance standards aren't just a legal obligation—they're essential to maintaining market access, protecting user data, and safeguarding brand reputation. For every regulation designed to address unique security threats, failure to comply can expose businesses to severe financial penalties, operational disruptions, and lasting reputational damage.Ìý

Here are some of the key compliance standards that manufacturers have to navigate:

• FIPS: Sets standards for cryptographic security in the U.S. federal government and industry.
• Export controls: Regulations that govern the distribution of technology and data across borders.
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF): Provides a set of guidelines for improving cybersecurity across sectors, particularly critical infrastructure.
• ISO/IEC 27001: An international standard for managing information security.
• EU Cyber Resilience Act (EUCRA): Ensures the cybersecurity of products with digital elements sold in the EU market.
• UK PSTI Act: Sets requirements for securing consumer IoT devices sold in the UK.
• Japan’s IoT security guidelines: Outlines standards for securing connected devices in Japan.
• Sector-specific standards: Additional requirements for industries like healthcare, automotive, and consumer electronics.

Staying compliant is a monumental challenge. But non-compliance can wreak havoc in the form of fines, legal repercussions, operational setbacks, and loss of customer trust.

In other words, non-compliance is a non-option.Ìý

How ¶ºÒõ¹Ý TrustCore SDK supports compliance

With ¶ºÒõ¹Ý TrustCore SDK, organizations are empowered to proactively address diverse compliance challenges by integrating advanced security measures directly into device development. By leveraging TrustCore SDK, you can streamline compliance, reduce time to market, and focus on innovation with the confidence that your devices meet the highest security and regulatory standards.

Here’s how it works.

1. Simplified integration of cryptographic functions

• Offers FIPS 140-2/3 validated cryptographic functions to secure data, communication, and firmware.
• Reduces development time by integrating compliant security directly into device code.

2. Compliance with regulatory standards

• Meets critical standards like FIPS, export controls, EUCRA, UK PSTI, and industry-specific cybersecurity requirements.
• Embeds compliance into the development process, minimizing risks of penalties.

3. Integration with secure elements

• Works with TPMs and other hardware security modules to protect cryptographic keys and sensitive data.
• Enhances security at the hardware level, helping devices meet rigorous compliance standards.

4. Secure communication protocols

• Includes TLS and other secure communication protocols to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
• Protects data in transit, a key component of many compliance standards.

5. Expert support and ongoing updates

• Access to ¶ºÒõ¹Ý’s expert guidance for implementation and maintenance.
• Keeps your devices up to date with evolving compliance requirements without major disruptions.

¶ºÒõ¹Ý TrustCore SDK in action

Wondering what ¶ºÒõ¹Ý TrustCore SDK looks like in action? Here are a few real-world applications.

• Healthcare: TrustCore SDK helps medical device manufacturers meet HIPAA and FDA compliance, ensuring secure data handling and patient safety.
• Smart home: Enables smart home device manufacturers to secure communications, achieve FIPS compliance, and maintain trust with end-users.
• Automotive: Supports secure communication and compliance with automotive cybersecurity standards, protecting connected car systems from emerging threats.

These use cases highlight how ¶ºÒõ¹Ý TrustCore SDK helps organizations not only achieve compliance but also build secure, innovative products that meet market demands.

Future-proofing compliance with ¶ºÒõ¹Ý TrustCore SDK

The compliance landscape is always evolving. But ¶ºÒõ¹Ý TrustCore SDK ensures that new cryptographic standards, including post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and MLDSA, can be quickly adopted, allowing your organization to stay ahead of emerging regulations with:

• Scalable security: Adaptable to various device types and deployment environments.
• Crypto-agility: Future-proofs devices by enabling quick updates to meet new security standards, including readiness for quantum-resistant cryptography.

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