Mouser and Microchip Published Cyber Compliance Guide
The technical eBook provides a framework for meeting upcoming EU Cyber Resilience Act security requirements by late 2027.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Semiconductors
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Mouser Electronics and Microchip Technology have released a new technical eBook to help engineers navigate the European Union Cyber Resilience Act. The guidance outlines secure-by-design principles necessary for products to obtain CE marking for the European market.
Why it matters
The European Union has mandated that all connected products meet specific cybersecurity standards to remain market-eligible by late 2027. This shift forces designers to integrate security architectures at the initial hardware development phase rather than as a post-manufacturing patch.
The guide emphasizes hardware roots of trust and firmware integrity, specifically utilizing the Microchip ATECC608C secure element and the associated CryptoAuth Trust Platform. These components manage cryptographic operations to ensure device-level security throughout the product lifecycle.
The players
Mouser Electronics
A global distributor of semiconductors and electronic components that serves 650,000 customers with 6.8 million products.
Microchip Technology
A semiconductor manufacturer specializing in microcontroller, mixed-signal, and analog products with a focus on secure-authentication hardware.
The details
The eBook details secure-by-design principles, which involve embedding security measures into the hardware architecture from the first schematic. It covers cryptographic credential management for the entire lifecycle, ranging from initial prototyping and manufacturing to onboarding and final decommissioning. The guide specifically demonstrates how to implement secure identity and authentication features using the Microchip ATECC608C, a cryptographic co-processor designed to protect sensitive data at the hardware level.
Timeline
October 14, 2026: Mouser and Microchip published the new eBook.
December 2027: EU Cyber Resilience Act requirements become mandatory for products.
The Tech Race
The Cyber Resilience Act mandates a significant shift toward secure-by-design hardware, forcing a departure from software-only security paradigms. This guide aligns with the broader industry scramble to standardize security protocols before the 2027 deadline.
Engineers developing connected hardware must begin implementing these secure-by-design principles to ensure their products remain compliant for the EU market. The guide acts as a prerequisite for those planning product cycles that will ship during or after the December 2027 regulatory deadline.
The takeaway
The upcoming EU mandate turns basic hardware security into a mandatory requirement for global market access. Designers should track the upcoming European Commission delegated acts, which will specify the essential cybersecurity requirements for different product categories.
Further reading
Explore more design resources and industry standards in our Semiconductors section.
More information
Download the complete technical guide at the eBook download page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Military & Aerospace Electronics.
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