SECURED BY DESIGN SHOWCASE keyless locks, status sensors, or integration with home automation systems— they are covered by this legislation.
Compliance isn’ t just about avoiding penalties- although with fines reaching £ 10 million or 4 % of global turnover, that is a powerful motivator. It’ s about building trust and future-proofing your brand. Consumers are more securityconscious than ever, and demonstrating your commitment to protecting them can become a significant competitive advantage.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards( OPSS) is ensuring these rules are met. Prioritising compliance now prepares you for inevitable future regulations in the IoT space. By leveraging solutions like the Secured by Design( SBD) Secure Connected Device accreditation, you can confidently meet the Act’ s security requirements. This not only protects your business from risk but also positions your products as a trusted choice in a connected market.
What does the legislation require?
This groundbreaking legislation focuses on three critical security features for all consumer IoT devices:
• No more easy hacking: Forget factoryset default passwords. Devices must now require unique, user-defined passwords, slamming the door on easy access for cybercriminals
• Vulnerability reporting: Manufacturers are now required to have a clear vulnerability disclosure policy. This means they must have a plan to address security weaknesses, ensuring problems are fixed promptly and effectively
• Guaranteed software updates: Manufacturers must clearly state how long they will provide essential security updates. This ensures devices remain protected throughout their lifespan, giving consumers peace of mind
What needs to be done? If you manufacture or supply any IoT connected product, you must be aware of this law and the fact that the compliance deadline— April 29, 2024— has already passed. There’ s no room for excuses. You must have taken the necessary steps to ensure your products meet these critical security requirements.
These standards are based on globally recognised best practices, including the UK’ s Code of Practice for Consumer IoT security, ETSI EN 303 645, and guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre.
And it’ s not just manufacturers. Every business in the supply chain plays a critical role in keeping insecure products off the UK market. From distributors to retailers, everyone has a responsibility.
SBD’ s Secure Connected Device accreditation can help with compliance
The SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation, developed in consultation with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology( DSIT), helps companies achieve compliance through the Secure Connected Device accreditation scheme. This rigorous program goes beyond the government’ s legislation, assessing products against all 13 provisions of the ETSI EN 303 645 standard.
The SBD assessment identifies your product’ s risk level and guides you through the certification process with approved bodies. Achieving SBD membership and accreditation earns your product the prestigious SBD Secure Connected Device badge— a clear signal to customers and the industry that your product meets the highest security standards. The Secure Connected Device annual appraisal also ensures compliance with evolving government requirements and cyberthreats.
This accreditation isn’ t just a mark of quality; it’ s a powerful differentiator. It demonstrates leadership in IoT security, protecting your company, your products, and, most importantly, your customers from cyber threats. The SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation is the only way to achieve UK police recognition for the security of your IoT products.
Learn more about the SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation and see which companies have already achieved this prestigious recognition at www. securedbydesign. com / IoT.
Translate your commitment to quality into a decisive market advantage
In today’ s competitive market, standing apart requires more than just a quality product; it demands a trusted endorsement. Joining Secured by Design offers precisely that— a strategic partnership that elevates your brand and drives tangible growth. Membership grants you unparalleled access to benefits, including direct signposting from the police service, your own profile on our highly-trafficked website, and exclusive opportunities to connect with key crime prevention personnel.
In an increasingly connected world, our Secure Connected Device accreditation provides a clear, credible path to demonstrate compliance with legislation like the PSTI Act, turning a regulatory challenge into a powerful marketing tool. Don’ t just build products; build trust and a legacy of security. Partner with the UK’ s official police initiative to unlock your company’ s full potential and become the brand that customers and specifiers actively seek out.
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