MCNEX Achieves ISO/SAE 21434 Certification for Vehicle Cybersecurity Compliance

MCNEX Achieves ISO/SAE 21434 Certification for Vehicle Cybersecurity Compliance

(IN BRIEF) MCNEX, a Korean automotive technology company specializing in cameras, sensors, and software for vehicles, has been awarded the Cybersecurity Management System Certification by DNV. This certification, based on the ISO/SAE 21434 standard, ensures that MCNEX’s technology meets international cybersecurity standards. Effective July 2024, the certification is mandatory for all mass-produced vehicles in UNECE countries, including the United States, Germany, South Korea, and Japan. This milestone underscores MCNEX’s commitment to high cybersecurity standards and positions it as a trusted partner in vehicle security.

(PRESS RELEASE) BÆRUM, 24-Jul-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — DNV has awarded Korean automotive technology company MCNEX with the Cybersecurity Management System Certification based on the international standard ISO/SAE 21434. This certification ensures that MCNEX’s technology integrated into vehicles meets stringent cybersecurity standards, essential for compliance in major global markets. The ISO/SAE 21434 standard, effective from July 2024, outlines rigorous cybersecurity requirements across the entire vehicle lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and production. The certification is mandatory for all mass-produced vehicles in UNECE countries, including the United States, Germany, South Korea, and Japan.

MCNEX specializes in cameras, sensors, and software solutions for vehicles, including autonomous cars. The certification confirms MCNEX’s adherence to comprehensive cybersecurity management processes spanning executive leadership, design, testing, product development, applications, marketing, quality management, and final inspections.

Min Dong-wook, CEO of MCNEX, highlighted the critical importance of cybersecurity, stating, “As the significance of in-vehicle software grows, cybersecurity becomes as crucial as vehicle functionality and design. The ISO/SAE 21434 standard validates MCNEX’s commitment to high standards in in-vehicle cybersecurity, reinforcing our position as a trusted security partner for our customers.”

Percy Lakdawalla, Regional Manager Asia Pacific, SCPA at DNV, emphasized that this achievement not only demonstrates MCNEX’s commitment to cybersecurity but also ensures that their customers can trust the safety and security of their vehicles, meeting the stringent requirements of major global markets. This milestone reflects MCNEX’s resilience in addressing future automotive cyber threats and its dedication to maintaining high security standards.

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SOURCE: DNV