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ISO/SAE 21434 Certification

ISO/SAE 21434 test mark from TÜV NORD CERT GmbH

ISO/SAE 21434: Quality standard for cybersecurity in the automotive sector

Vehicles are becoming increasingly networked and therefore more susceptible to cyber attacks from outside. Cars are already equipped with wireless interfaces that offer potential attackers the opportunity to access the internal vehicle network. This could seriously jeopardise the safety of passengers and the public. Planned concepts for a wireless vehicle infrastructure pose further challenges for security managers.

This is why the UNECE has launched regulations for vehicle manufacturers and suppliers with the aim of increasing cyber security in the automotive sector. Cybersecurity in the automotive sector requires a security-related consideration of all cybersecurity aspects: Product, processes and IT systems and over the entire guaranteed service life of a vehicle.

For these reasons, ISO/SAE 21434 "Road Vehicles - Cyber Security Engineering" was introduced for cyber security in the automotive sector. The standard is process-orientated and aims to ensure the security of all electrical and, in particular, electronic systems throughout the entire life cycle of a vehicle.

Cyber security in the automotive sector and ISO/SAE 21434 therefore affect all market participants, from development, production and placing on the market through to the user.

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Target group for certification according to ISO/SAE 21434

  • Vehicle manufacturers
  • Suppliers of hardware and/or software-based components and/or systems
  • Engineering service providers
  • Software and ICT infrastructure service providers

We at TÜV NORD CERT have extensive expertise and experience in the field of cyber security and will be happy to support you in the ISO/SAE 21434 certification process. Do you have any questions about the structure and requirements of the standard? Then do not hesitate to contact us.

Advantages of a ISO/SAE 21434 certification

  • The test criteria are relevant for the automotive industry, the test and reporting procedures are standardised
  • Basis for proof of conformity with UN ECE 155/156
  • Transparency for the fulfilment of requirements towards customers and business partners through neutral verification by TÜV NORD CERT
  • Reduction of costs and risks through the identification and elimination of digital security gaps in advance
  • Minimisation of the risk of errors and reputational damage
  • Your customer focus, performance, quality and security are visible to outsiders
  • Transparent feedback from competent TÜV NORD security experts for the further development of your learning organisation
  • Certified proof of continuous improvement of your security standards against cybercrime

Audit process for ISO/SAE 21434 certification

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Enquiry & quotation

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Commissioning TÜV NORD

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Audit stage 1: Determination of readiness for certification

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Audit stage 2: Certification audit

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Issue of certificate

ISO/SAE 21434 – Why does the automotive industry need a CSMS?

With increasing digitalisation and networking in the automotive sector, the risk of cyber attacks is rising. In our 5-page white paper you will learn in a compact way:

  • Background information on UNECE Regulation R 155
  • The obligation of automotive suppliers to provide evidence
  • The main requirements of ISO/SAE 21434
  • Advantages of certification
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Successful thanks to certifications from TÜV NORD

Based on our international recognition as an IATF contract partner and our international network of experts, we are able to offer our services worldwide . We support our customers individually, professionally and competently in a wide range of certification projects.

TÜV NORD CERT is accredited in accordance with ISO/SAE 21434 for management system and product certifications, and we also have the necessary accreditation and recognition to carry out audits and certifications in accordance with the requirements of IATF 16949 and other management system standards. Both international audit teams and local auditors can be deployed for you.

FAQs about ISO/SAE 21434 certification

ISO/SAE 21434 certification is important for all OEMs, system integrators and suppliers in the automotive industry.

Although TISAX® is also aimed at OEM suppliers, it does not involve product testing. Instead, the assessments focus on the security of an organization's information, including its interfaces and processes.
ISO/SAE 21434 goes one step further and ensures that products are created that are secure against cyber attacks.

ISO 21434 is applicable to all (networked) components, systems, software and hardware in the automotive industry.

From 1 January 2022, UN ECE 155 will require mandatory proof of a cybersecurity management system for the automotive sector. Compliance with ISO 21434 is one way of providing this proof.

Would you like to learn more about ISO/SAE 21434 certification? Please feel free to contact us.

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