European Union: Opened consultation on Security Requirements for ICT Product Certification

On 3 October 2023, the European Commission opened a public consultation on Security Requirements for ICT Product Certification until 31 October 2023. The voluntary certification is designed to establish a set of security requirements applicable to ICT security products, including firewalls, encryption devices and electronic signature devices. It also covers ICT products with inherent security functionalities, such as routers, smartphones, and bank cards.