EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) Overview
Understanding the EU CRA and how TARA Flow helps you comply
Mandatory Deadline: December 11, 2027
Products sold in the EU must demonstrate CRA compliance by this date. Non-compliance can result in penalties up to €15 million or 2.5% of global revenue.
What is the EU Cyber Resilience Act?
The EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is a comprehensive regulation that establishes cybersecurity requirements for products with digital elements sold in the European Union. It's the most significant cybersecurity regulation since GDPR and affects virtually every connected product.
Who Does CRA Apply To?
The CRA applies to:
- Manufacturers - Companies that design and produce digital products
- Importers - Companies that bring products into the EU market
- Distributors - Companies that sell digital products in the EU
Product Categories
The CRA defines three categories of products with different requirements:
| Category | Examples | Conformity Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Default | Smart TVs, toys, fitness trackers | Self-assessment allowed |
| Important Class I | Password managers, VPNs, routers | Standards-based or third-party |
| Important Class II / Critical | Industrial control systems, smart meters | Third-party assessment required |
Key Requirements
Security by Design
- Minimize attack surfaces
- Implement secure default configurations
- Protect data confidentiality and integrity
- Ensure availability and resilience
Vulnerability Management
- Identify and document vulnerabilities
- Provide security updates for at least 5 years
- Enable automatic security updates
- Report actively exploited vulnerabilities within 24 hours
Documentation
- Technical documentation demonstrating compliance
- Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)
- Risk assessment documentation
- User security instructions
How TARA Flow Helps
TARA Flow automates key aspects of CRA compliance:
- Automated Risk Assessment - Generate comprehensive threat models from your architecture diagrams
- Requirements Mapping - Automatic mapping to CRA essential requirements
- Documentation Generation - Audit-ready compliance documentation
- SBOM Integration - Connect with your SBOM tools for complete visibility
- Continuous Compliance - Monitor compliance status as products evolve
Start Your CRA Journey
Don't wait until the deadline. Start preparing now with TARA Flow's CRA compliance tools.
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