LEROY Automation Achieves IEC 62443-4-1 Certification, Strengthening Its Position in Railway Cybersecurity

A New Milestone in Securing Railway Operations

LEROY Automation is proud to announce its attainment of the IEC 62443-4-1:2018 certification, a globally recognized cybersecurity standard. This certification, which underscores the company’s commitment to secure development practices, was awarded by the IEC System of Conformity Assessment Schemes for Electrotechnical Equipment and Components (IECEE) following rigorous testing and audits conducted by the Central Laboratory for Electrical Industries (LCIE) Bureau Veritas. With this success, LEROY Automation has reached Maturity Level 2 (ML2).

What is the IEC 62443-4-1 Standard?

The IEC 62443-4-1 standard establishes a framework for a secure development lifecycle, designed to ensure that products remain protected against threats throughout their lifespan.

LEROY Automation has implemented a “secure by design” methodology, incorporating:

• Comprehensive security lifecycle management;
• Proactive patch management to address identified vulnerabilities.

This certification demonstrates LEROY Automation’s ability to collaborate with its clients to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks.

A Strengthened Commitment to Safety and Security

Security is a cornerstone of LEROY Automation’s strategy to deliver innovative and reliable solutions. With this certification, the company emphasizes its “Security by Design” approach for its products, including those compliant with EN 50129 SIL2 standards, used in critical safety applications.

As part of the “Defense in Depth” concept, LEROY Automation turns cybersecurity challenges into opportunities by developing solutions that combine safety and security for consistent and enhanced protection.

Aligned with Future European Regulations

To support its clients in a constantly evolving regulatory environment, LEROY Automation aligns with upcoming European standards, including:

• NIS2, the directive on cybersecurity for networks and information systems;
• CRA, the Cyber Resilience Act;
• TS 50701, specifically dedicated to the railway sector.

A Secure Future for LEROY Automation’s Products and Services

LEROY Automation is committed to continuously improving its products to meet the highest security standards, enabling its clients to operate with confidence. This new certification reaffirms the company’s expertise and its ability to deliver solutions that are safe, secure, and aligned with international best practices.

With this milestone, LEROY Automation demonstrates that safety and security can go hand in hand to meet the demands of an ever-evolving railway sector.