Cybersecurity is necessary across various industries, as regulatory frameworks, such as the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), mandate secure lifecycle management for electronic devices, including the accurate display of support periods for software updates and security patches. In this regard, Real-Time Clock (RTC) modules play a critical role by providing tamper-resistant, accurate timekeeping and synchronization in electronic devices. A clear end-of-support notification must be provided to users, indicating when security updates will no longer be available.
Advanced RTC solutions are designed to ensure reliable timekeeping, which helps prevent unauthorized manipulation of time-dependent data, ensuring compliance with security regulations and maintaining transparency throughout a product’s lifecycle.
This whitepaper explores the role of Real-Time Clock (RTC) modules in supporting cybersecurity compliance under the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), highlighting how advanced RTC solutions contribute to accurate timekeeping, transparent support period tracking, and enhanced device resilience.