Onics participates in the world’s first product inspection accreditation for IoT cyber security

As cyber security becomes increasingly important in our digital world and for digital solutions, it is paramount to establish common security measures to safeguard digital solutions and products against security breaches.

The European Union is therefore implementing stringent market requirements and standards for digital products, such as IoT products, through the Cyber Resilience Act to enhance consumer protection and a safe use of these products.

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Onics devices used as basis for successful accreditation cases

At Onics, we strive to be at the forefront of technological innovation, and we are therefore extremely proud to have been a part of securing the world’s first product inspection accreditation for IoT cyber security.

The Alexandra Institute, a technological research and service institute in Denmark, has achieved the first ever accreditation to inspect IoT products for cyber security risks, awarded by DANAK (The Danish Accreditation Fond).

This accreditation marks a significant industry milestone in ensuring the cybersecurity of IoT products being brought onto the market and into the hands of consumers.

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Three inspection cases with the Squid.link gateway as central IoT hub

The basis of this accreditation is built on three IoT product inspection cases using a range of Onics’ devices with the Squid.link gateway as the core.

Here, cases for some of Onics’ key markets have been set up, including a home care case using the Audio Assistant and Panic Button as well as a security case using the Intelligent Keypad, Smart Siren, and other security-related devices.

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Gaining a deeper understanding of emerging IoT security requirements to benefit customers

Through the product inspection of these test IoT ecosystems, the Alexandra Institute has been able to test and validate their inspection system through the collaboration with Onics.

“We are delighted to be part of this collaboration. As a designer and manufacturer of an IoT platform, it is crucial for us to build a deep understanding of existing and future cyber security standards and requirements. This benefits both Onics and our customers”, says Jesper Hæe, Senior Software Architect at Onics.

Learn more about the Alexandra Institute and their new accreditation here.