HARDWARE & SECURITY
Specification Launched For Smart Locks In Use Within Domestic And Similar Buildings
One of the UK ’ s premier testing and certification houses for security products , Sold Secure , has launched a new standard to support businesses who produce or supply Internet of Things ( IoT ) connected locks ( Smart Locks ) comply with government legislation .
» THE NEW SS504 – SPECIFICATION for Smart Locks in use within Domestic and Similar Buildings standard will ensure that the physical , technical and connectivity security are thoroughly tested , approved , and granted a unified standard of endorsement for both IoT security and physical attack .
Connected Security Devices
Internet of Things ( IoT ) connected security devices - often referred to as ‘ smart locks ’ - are a revolutionary technology that has transformed the way we secure our homes and properties . These locks utilise connectivity options that allow users to control the security of their property remotely through a smartphone app , or other form of credential , enabling the ability to grant access to individuals without the need for physical keys . This is particularly useful for homeowners who frequently have guests or service providers visiting their property .
With a smart lock , you can easily generate temporary access codes or send virtual keys to authorised individuals , ensuring that you maintain control over who enters your home .
Additionally , smart locks can send realtime notifications to your smartphone , allowing you to monitor and control access to your property . Furthermore , smart locks can integrate with other smart home devices , creating a seamless and interconnected ecosystem . For example , you can set up routines that automatically unlock the door when you arrive home or lock it when you leave . These benefits and the level of convenience smart locks offer makes them attractive to many .
Are these security devices really as secure as traditional security products ?
Unfortunately , until recently there has been no definitive answer to this question . Traditional security products undergo rigorous testing and adhere to standards like SS301 Specification for Mechanical Security Systems for Domestic Buildings or SS312 Specification for Cylinders for Locks . However , there has been a lack of standards to evaluate the physical , technical and connectivity security ( hacking ) of the security device as a holistic approach .
The Government introduced new legislation , the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure ( PSTI ) Bill , which requires manufacturers , importers and distributors who produce or supply IoT connected products to ensure that minimum security requirements are met in relation to consumer connectable products and provides a robust regulatory framework to tackle those who do not comply with this law .
Companies now have less than four months to ensure compliance with the Act , with the government mandating compliance by 29th April 2024 .
SS504 – Specification for Smart Locks in use within Domestic and Similar Buildings
The new Sold Secure SS504 – Specification for Smart Locks in use within Domestic and similar Buildings provides a benchmark for assessing the security of these devices , ensuring the physical , technical and connectivity security are thoroughly tested , approved , and granted a unified standard of endorsement for both IoT security and physical attack .
Testing will ensure that connected security devices meet the requirements of TS621 , a standard that will test not only the electronic component of the product but also the credentials ( e . g . fobs ) that may be used to activate them . The physical security of the products will be attack tested by experts at Sold Secure to meet the requirements of standard SS301 Bronze and if the product has a cylinder to BS EN 1303 .
The smart product will also have to be assessed and certified against the ETSI EN 303 645 standard , which ensures that all IoT devices meet a security baseline to help prevent large-scale , prevalent attacks against such devices . Sold Secure work closely with other IoT certification bodies who will conduct the testing against the ETSI EN 303 645 standard & follow the technical specification outlined within ETSI TS 103 645 - Cyber Security for Consumer Internet of Things .
This standard sets a new benchmark in the security industry , providing an all-encompassing and dependable solution to help determine the security levels of these connected security devices . It presents an exciting opportunity for Connected Security Devices to be integrated into newly constructed homes , whilst still ensuring compliance with the security guidelines outlined in Approved Document Q of the Building Regulations .
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MARCH 2024
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