Keysight Technologies has announced that its device security research lab, Riscure Security Solutions, has completed the first Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) Digital Key Applet (DKA) certification for NXP Semiconductors. Together, the companies evaluated and certified NXP’s automotive Digital Key solution, aiming to further the development of this new standard.
The CCC DKA program itself focuses on securing digital key solutions that safeguard user privacy and user security. This is achieved by implementing advanced public key protocols, hardware-based key storage, and wireless transmission standards to securely authorize user access in proximity of the key with the vehicle. Through the program, the CCC is aiming to help the automotive industry build and instill trust in the security of next-generation vehicles by providing essential security assurance and robustness against evolving threats, without placing an extra burden on backend services. Keysight has said that this likewise opens new possibilities to build on existing vehicle functions, such as car sharing, car rentals, and more business applications.
By achieving the CCC DKA certification, Riscure Security Solutions and NXP have taken a key step in spearheading the development and market adoption of the CCC’s Digital Key system. In addition, the certification also showcases the ability to develop products securely, meeting the highest levels of assurance in the market. Comparable to the EAL 4 + AVA_VAN.5 used in the Common Criteria program, this ensures the security of a critical component that allows users access to their cars.
Digital Key Applet certification is the latest automotive security standard supported by Keysight, in addition to UN R155, R156, and more.
