January 2022 Newsletter

SESIP Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Our FAQ document provides answers to many common questions regarding the SESIP methodology, and the benefits for product developers and issuers. SESIP certificates provide reusable evidence that security requirements are covered by a device component that is not manufactured by the IoT vendor.

The document has been designed to help product developers and issuers understand what a SESIP security certificate is for, why it is important, and how they can benefit from it. Conforming to this methodology can be used as part of demonstrating compliance to an IoT device standard, providing reusable evidence that security requirements are covered by the device.

‘Certified Trust’ Workshop Rescheduled for August

GlobalPlatform and Prime Sponsor Winbond have rescheduled the ‘IoT Security and Ecosystem Workshop: Certified Trust’. The event will now take place in August 2022, a decision that has been taken due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions. We hope that by moving to this later date we will be able to welcome as many in-person attendees as possible.

We hope those of you that had planned to attend the workshop will still be able to join us, and for those yet to confirm, the workshop website remains open for registrations. Further details will be provided in due course. We look forward to seeing you there!

GlobalPlatform’s MUD File Service

GlobalPlatform’s Manufacturer Usage Description (MUD) File Service aims to simplify and secure IoT device network onboarding and management, to facilitate convenient and secure device connectivity.

Manufacturers can use the free service to publish, in a unique location, the MUD file library associated with their products. Publication in the MUD File Service simplifies the access and consumption of MUD files from networks hosting these devices. Enabling manufacturers to share the intent, capabilities and requirements of their devices in this way eases onboarding and network management, and helps network managers manage the rapidly growing number, and types, of IoT devices in their environments safely and efficiently.

White Paper: SESIP Applicability for ETSI EN 303 645

Back in July, GlobalPlatform achieved ISO 17065 accreditation demonstrating it has state-of-the-art certification processes in place for its functional, SE security and TEE security schemes.

In the latest blog from our insight series Technical Director, Gil Bernabeu, explains how the accreditation adds value to device makers and vendors by positioning GlobalPlatform to address future challenges, and evolve its certifications as connected device types and regulatory practices advance.