LG Electronics is strengthening its capabilities to comply with European cybersecurity regulations, aiming to accelerate product development and launch timelines. The company plans to enhance its software quality competitiveness and business-to-business (B2B) capabilities in response to tightening global security regulations.
On August 11, LG Electronics announced that its Software Certification Laboratory, under the Chief Technology Officer, has recently obtained designation as a testing organization for the cybersecurity regulations of the European Radio Equipment Directive (RED) from the global certification body TÜV Rheinland.
The Radio Equipment Directive mandates high levels of security and safety technology for products utilizing wireless communication technologies distributed in Europe. Since last year, regulations have been further strengthened to require protective measures that safeguard networks from external attacks and securely manage personal and financial information.
With this designation, LG Electronics can now conduct cybersecurity certification tests for wireless devices intended for the European market in-house. TÜV Rheinland will review LG's test results and issue certificates without requiring additional testing.
This change allows LG to complete certification processes domestically, eliminating the need to send prototypes to overseas certification bodies. The company expects to reduce the time and costs associated with logistics and testing from product development to certification and launch.
There are also security benefits, as data related to products under development will not be transferred abroad, minimizing the risk of information leaks. This effect is anticipated to be particularly significant for security-sensitive product lines.
In the B2B sector, including automotive and HVAC, LG expects to enhance its competitiveness. The company will be able to respond more quickly to diverse security requirements from clients, improving flexibility and responsiveness in product development.
LG Electronics has been continuously expanding its software regulatory compliance capabilities. In 2019, it became the first domestic manufacturer to obtain international certification as a testing organization in the software field from the Korea Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (KOLAS), subsequently broadening its certification scope to include home appliances, automotive functional safety, and now cybersecurity.
The company is also proactively preparing for upcoming regulations. The Software Certification Laboratory is pursuing accreditation as a testing organization for the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), which is set to take effect in 2027. The CRA is a comprehensive European cybersecurity regulation that applies to all products containing digital elements, regardless of whether they support wireless communication.
Additionally, LG is strengthening its product security framework. Through its proprietary security platform, LG Shield, the company is establishing a security system that spans the entire product lifecycle, from development to post-launch, and is implementing quantum-resistant cryptography technology in preparation for the era of quantum computing.
Kim Dong-wook, head of LG Electronics' Software Center, stated, "Based on our globally proven software competitiveness, we will quickly provide customers with safer and more reliable products and services."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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