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Security By Default

Integrate security into digital innovation and operations.

Objectives

Our Security by Default Working Group is committed to help integrate robust security measures into the core of every digital innovation and business operation.

Spearheaded by our Partners, our mission is to champion the principle of security by design, adopt the highest appropriate level of security and data protection and ensure that it is preconfigured into the design of products, functionalities, processes, technologies, operations, architectures, and business models.

We develop best practices, and provide actionable guidelines to foster a security-first mindset across all sectors.

By leveraging our collective expertise and collaborating with policymakers, businesses, and the wider community, we aim to build a resilient digital ecosystem where cybersecurity is a fundamental priority, not an afterthought.

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Charter of Trust Cybersecurity Policy Manifesto

Charter of Trust Cybersecurity Policy Manifesto

The Charter of Trust presents this Manifesto as a call to action for Policymakers to join forces in the pursuit of a secure and resilient digital environment. As a collective of leading technology, cybersecurity, and industry stakeholders, we believe that a united and collaborative approach is essential for effectively combating cyber threats that endanger the security, privacy, and prosperity of our societies.
Our vision is to establish a strong, secure, and resilient digital Europe that fosters innovation, economic growth, and social progress while protecting individual rights and safeguarding the values of a democratic society.
April 12, 2024
Webinar: Cyber Risk Assessment for surviving uncertain times: Guidelines and best practices from Charter of Trust experts

Webinar: Cyber Risk Assessment for surviving uncertain times: Guidelines and best practices from Charter of Trust experts

Join us to discuss with our experts the Charter of Trust's Guidelines on Cybersecurity Risk Assessment. They provide a concise introduction to risk assessment, supported by practical guidance based on the experience of its members.

The Charter of Trust consists of 10 Principles and this webinar is brought to you by the Charter’s Taskforce on Principle 3 “Security by Default”. Experts in this taskforce work to establish and adopt the highest appropriate level of security and data protection and ensure that it is preconfiguered into the design of products, functionalities, process, technologies, operations, architectures, and business models. We call this our Baseline Requirements: With them in mind, you can ensure confidentiality, authenticity, and integrity within your systems.

In this webinar, you will learn about the objectives, scope and benefits of risk assessment. Our experts Sudhir Ethiraj (TÜV SÜD), Angelika Steinacker (IBM), Marko Wolf (Bosch), Ki Hyun Park (Mitsubishi), and Didier Ludwig (Siemens) will share best practices with insights and examples on the roles, timing, methods, and standards involved in risk assessment.

We look forward to welcoming you at this virtual event.
March 21, 2024
Security by Default Webinar: Protect your business using the Secure Development Lifecycle approach

Security by Default Webinar: Protect your business using the Secure Development Lifecycle approach

The Charter of Trust’s Principle 3 Taskforce is pleased to invite you to a webinar on Thursday, 19th October 2023 14:00-15:00 CEST

How the can you protect your business using the Secure Development Lifecycle approach in a dynamic regulatory environment and threat landscape?

Join us and discuss with our experts how the Charter of Trust's step-by-step guidelines for the Secure Development Lifecycle can assist you in enhancing cybersecurity through in Security by Default and Security by Design strategies.

The Charter of Trust consists of 10 Principles and this webinar is brought to you by the Charter’s Taskforce on Principle 3 “Security by Default”. Experts in this taskforce work to establish and adopt the highest appropriate level of security and data protection and ensure that it is preconfiguered into the design of products, functionalities, process, technologies, operations, architectures, and business models. We call this our Baseline Requirements: With them in mind, you can ensure confidentiality, authenticity, and integrity within your systems.

In this webinar, you can learn how to bridge the two sets of baseline requirements, first for products, functionalities, and technologies, second for processes, operations, and architecture. It shows you step-by-step how a product or service can be designed integrating baseline security mechanisms. To make this knowledge highly actionable for you, experts from TÜV SÜD, IBM, Atos and our guest from the Cloud Security Alliance will share best practices with insights and examples.
October 19, 2023