Requirements for Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure (CVD) in Cyber Risk Assessment
As cybersecurity standards tighten in the EU, manufacturers of IoT and connected devices are now required to implement Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure (CVD) policies as part of their Cyber Risk Assessment under both EN 303 645 and the new EN 18031.
At 360Compliance, we help companies navigate these evolving obligations — ensuring your digital products are compliant, secure, and ready for EU market access.
🔐 What Is a Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure (CVD) Policy?
A Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure (CVD) policy is a formal mechanism that allows security researchers, ethical hackers, and users to report cybersecurity vulnerabilities responsibly. This process supports faster remediation and ensures product safety for consumers and third parties.
Under both EN 303 645 and EN 18031, a public CVD policy is a mandatory requirement to demonstrate that manufacturers are taking reasonable steps to assess and mitigate cyber risk.
📋 What Must Be Included in a CVD Policy?
To meet compliance obligations, your CVD policy should include:
✔ Clear contact information for reporting vulnerabilities
✔ A timeline for acknowledging the report (e.g., within 5 business days)
✔ A commitment to provide status updates until the issue is resolved
✔ Alignment with ISO/IEC 29147:2018 best practices
It should also be published on your website and referenced in your technical documentation for CE or RED compliance.
🛠 Why It’s Critical Under EN 18031 & EN 303 645
Both EN 303 645 (consumer IoT security baseline) and EN 18031 (cyber risk-based product assessment) are harmonized standards under the EU’s Radio Equipment Directive (RED). They serve as a key foundation for CE marking of wireless and digital products.
Failure to implement a CVD policy:
⛔ Jeopardizes your product’s compliance and marketability
⛔ Increases legal liability if vulnerabilities are discovered post-market
⛔ Undermines consumer and partner trust
🎯 How 360Compliance Helps
We guide companies through the complete CVD and cyber compliance process, including:
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Cyber Risk Assessment (aligned to EN 18031)
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CVD policy creation and integration into technical documentation
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RED compliance for CE/UKCA/RCM certification
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Vulnerability handling programs and cybersecurity file review
📚 Learn More
Explore our RED compliance services and cybersecurity support here:
👉 https://360compliance.co/red-radio-equipment-directive/
🧩 Recommended Reading:
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Guide to Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure
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ISO/IEC 29147:2018 – Vulnerability Disclosure Standard
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CVD Policy Templates and Examples
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Industry Research: Use of CVD in Consumer IoT Companies
📞 Ready to Get Compliant?
Whether you’re launching a new IoT product or updating existing systems, 360Compliance is your partner for smooth and secure market entry.
🌐 Visit us: https://360compliance.co
