Hikvision achieves prestigious cyber security certifications

These global benchmarks “validate Hikvision’s leadership” in vulnerability management. By aligning its identification and resolution processes with the highest international standards, the company continues to put its ‘Secure by Design’ philosophy at the heart of all product development.

The certifications specifically recognise Hikvision’s excellence in two critical areas: the transparent disclosure – and the systematic resolution – of security vulnerabilities. By aligning with ISO/IEC 29147:2018, the company adheres to global guidelines for reporting potential risks, ensuring an open and accountable channel of communication with the security community. This transparency is reinforced by ISO/IEC 30111:2019, which mandates rigorous internal protocols for investigating and mitigating these vulnerabilities, ensuring that every security concern is met with a standardised and high-integrity response.

These new benchmarks join an extensive portfolio of global standards held by the company, including:

*ISO/IEC 27001 and 27701 (Information Security and Privacy)

*ISO/IEC 29151 (PII Protection) and ETSI EN 303 645 (Internet of Things Cyber Security)

*Common Criteria (EAL3+)

*CSA STAR and Singapore CLS

*CMMI Level 5 (Secure Software Development)

From secure design to secure operations

The commitment to digital trust establishes a foundation that follows the product from the factory to the field. While ‘Secure by Design’ ensures hardware is resilient at the point of manufacture, Hikvision recognises that true security is a living process. Therefore, the company continues to align its global operations with emerging legal frameworks, ensuring technology remains ahead of the legislative curve, while prioritising a ‘user-first’ approach to data.

In this model, privacy is paramount: ownership and control of all data remain strictly with the end user. However, this commitment to data sovereignty is only effective when supported by a secure operational ecosystem.

Hikvision views cyber security as a shared responsibility: a partnership between the manufacturer, security professionals and end users.

Empowering the end user

While Hikvision provides the secure foundation, the final layer of safety depends on robust installation practices and ongoing ‘digital hygiene’. To facilitate this, the company has launched an extensive educational programme, offering guidance through webinars, online courses and technical media to help all stakeholders build and maintain cyber-resilient systems.

This campaign emphasises the power of choice regarding network architecture. Hikvision maintains that the network is the true key to safety. As such, whether an end user chooses to connect a device to the Internet or keep it on a local network is a matter of preference rather than an obligation.

Providing the tools to build a safe network – ie the first line of defence – ensures that users have the flexibility to secure their assets on their own terms.

“Cyber security has always been at the heart of our operations,” explained Rob Janssens, cyber security director (EMEA) at Hikvision. “The recent BSI certifications are testament to the dedication we’ve shown in securing the digital landscape. Our focus remains on providing the secure hardware, comprehensive education and high-quality solutions that our partner organisations have come to rely on for years.”

*Further information is available online at www.hikvision.com/en/support/cybersecurity