2023-08-14 15:55:40
DELFT, The Netherlands, April 17 /PRNewswire/ – Huawei’s HongMeng kernel was awarded the industry’s first EAL6+ (Evaluation Assurance Level 6 Augmented) certificate under the Common Criteria for Information Technology Security Evaluation (CC), the highest level of security achieved in the field of Universal Operating System (OS ) kernel is available. Huawei is the first smart device manufacturer in the world to receive this certification in this specific field.
Operating system kernels form the basis for the security and privacy of operating systems. The CC standard, also known as ISO/IEC 15408, is an information security certification that is among the most influential in the global IT industry. CC is a widely used and globally recognized standard for assessing product safety.
SGS Brightsight, a world-renowned security assessment laboratory, performed the security assessment for the HongMeng kernel. Mr. Kai-Fan Chang, COO Asia of SGS Brightsight, said, “SGS Brightsight, as the largest security assessment laboratory in the world, is honored to conduct the security assessment of Huawei’s HongMeng kernel to achieve the international Common Criteria EAL6+. We believe that the HongMeng kernel will be one of the key building blocks for Huawei’s future IoT and mobile products. The evaluation also demonstrates Huawei’s commitment to developing secure products.”
Gong Ti, President of Huawei’s Consumer BG Software Engineering Department, said, “The security capabilities of the HongMeng kernel are now recognized by internationally accredited certification bodies. This reflects the fact that the HongMeng kernel has achieved the highest level of security for operating system kernels, taking device and ICT security to a new level.”
dr Michael Lemke, Chief Security Officer of Huawei Germany, explained: “Kernels are the basis for system security and data protection. Huawei is committed to ensuring security and privacy in the fields of ICT and devices. Going forward, Huawei will continue to adhere to common global standards for fundamental software and cybersecurity, and ensure that the security features of Huawei’s products continue to conform to internationally recognized best practices.”
The CC EAL6+ certificate represents a new level of industry recognition for Huawei’s cybersecurity. To date, Huawei has received more than 500 certifications under industry-recognized cybersecurity programs such as CC, FIPS, PCI DSS, and CSA STAR.
Cyber security and privacy are top priorities for Huawei and override any commercial interest. Huawei continues to have a solid track record in cybersecurity. Our efforts have received wide recognition in over 170 markets around the world, where we serve more than three billion people. Customer trust is the best proof of the safety and quality of Huawei’s products and services.
In the industry, Huawei firmly believes that openness and cooperation lead to mutual success. We are actively engaged in the ICT industry and work with our peers and stakeholders in the industry to share best practices in cybersecurity and privacy. In 2022, we submitted nearly 300 cybersecurity standard proposals to 3GPP and GSMA. We work side-by-side with stakeholders across the value chain, innovating together to improve the cybersecurity and privacy of the industry. Together we create a safer digital world.
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