Cybersecurity for Mobile Machines
The Protective Shield for Your Equipment
Digitally networked mobile machines unlock fresh potential with respect to efficiency and productivity – but it also makes protection against cyber attacks increasingly critical. In the fight against constantly evolving threats, having a reliable partner by your side is absolutely critical. Because cybersecurity isn’t a one-time task. HYDAC understands this challenge and supports you by providing expertise and secure hardware and software – from the initial idea right through to commissioning. We work in partnership with you to develop solutions that are precisely tailored to your specific applications – whether for new equipment development or machine retrofits.
From hardware and software to cybersecurity training: read on to discover how our comprehensive approach protects your machines.
Cybersecurity Is the New Standard: Are You Prepared for the Future?
Cybersecurity is an ongoing process, not a one-time project. Preparing for new legal requirements is only the first step – because in a dynamic environment, we continuously evolve the products and solutions we offer.
Contact us now for expert guidance on your customized and, above all else, futureproof cybersecurity solution.
HYDAC is Your Cybersecurity PartnerFor Comprehensive Protection That Grows with You
Integrated into the Development Process
Thanks to our extensive, long-standing experience, functional safety is central to our product development operations. We also implement cybersecurity measures as a company.
Continuous Evolution
The cybersecurity environment is highly dynamic – and so are we. That’s why we continuously evolve our systems, components, and IT/OT processes, enabling us to offer you state-of-the-art security at all times.
Comprehensive Approach
Cybersecurity is multi-layered, which is why we offer you a comprehensive approach consisting of hardware, software, engineering, and technical consulting that protects your mobile machines at all levels. Even long after series production begins, we remain by your side as your reliable partner.
Current EU Standards and Regulations at a Glance
New EU regulations, such as the NIS 2 Directive and the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), present manufacturers with new challenges. Mobile machinery requires effective protection against cyber attacks by 2027 at the very latest, requiring design changes and new development architectures.
HYDAC is your expert partner who will actively assist you with implementing all the necessary measures. We work with you to create a secure, future-focused environment for your mobile machines. We have summarized the most important regulations for you to review at a glance.
EU Regulation (EU) 2019/2144 – R155 and R156
The EU Regulation on the type approval of motor vehicles, their trailers, and their systems has been in force since 2021. The regulation was expanded to include “Cybersecurity and Cybersecurity Management System” (UN R155) – Scope: M, N, O, as well as “Software Update and Software Update Management System” (UN R156), among other provisions.
EU NIS-2 – EU 2022/2555
The EU NIS 2 Directive, which has been in force since January 16, 2023, aims to increase the overall level of cybersecurity in the EU and to strengthen the resilience of companies and organizations against cyber attacks (business processes, IT, and OT). It specifies strict requirements and a high level of security, especially for sectors such as transport and digital infrastructure.
EU RED EU 2014/53 – Enhanced in 2018, 2022, and 2023
Since August 2025, this standard has created a legal framework for placing radio equipment and IoT devices on the EU market. It also covers cybersecurity considerations that define a baseline level of protection for network protection, personal data and privacy protection, and fraud prevention.
EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230/EU
From January 2027, machine manufacturers must comply with standardized, mandatory safety requirements when designing and developing their machines. In particular, safety functions must not be compromised by cyber attacks.
CRA EU Cyber Resilience Act – EU 2024/2847
Covers products with digital elements (hardware, software, or IIoT solutions with data processing). From December 2027, machines must fulfill the strict cybersecurity requirements set out in the EU Cyber Resilience Act throughout the entire product lifecycle. The EU Cyber Resilience Act stipulates that elements such as risk analyses and security-by-design are relevant components, even from the development stage onward.
Hardware, Software and Technical Consulting: Rely On Our Integrated Platform for Dependable Cybersecurity Solutions
Cyber attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and the threat landscape is constantly evolving. Our extensive security concept addresses these challenges directly. We’re your partner for machine cybersecurity, from initial design and development through to commissioning and beyond. We understand that every machine project is unique, which is why we offer a modular, scalable approach that seamlessly adapts to your individual requirements. Discover how our integrated approach delivers complete security for your machines.
Secure Hardware Products from TTControl Discover our Robust TTControl Hardware Solutions with Integrated Safety Functions
TTC 2000 Series Electronic Control Units
Robust. Reliable. Ready for Use. The Hardware Security Module (HSM) offers central security functions right at the hardware level.
FusionAI Powerful Computing Platform
For parallel use of multi-screen and multi-interface applications.
USB Connectivity Module
Wireless connectivity, even in challenging conditions.
Thomas Liensberger, TTControl Technical Sales
Manager
With our futureproof, smart hardware solutions, you stay one step ahead at all times. They deliver maximum performance, adapt to your machinery, and are equipped to meet all future challenges.
The Most Important Cybersecurity Functions Covered
Encryption Implementation in Hardware
For speed and resistance to hardware-related attacks, such as side-channel attacks or fault injection attacks.
Secure Storage
Provides confidentiality and integrity for cryptographic keys used to protect sensitive information.
Firmware – APIs (Application Programming Interfaces)
For establishing secure communication between different devices.
Secure Boot and Secure Download
For ensuring secure product operation and preventing unauthorized changes during software updates.
MATCH: The Multifunctional Platform for All Your Machine Project’s Software Requirements
The MATCH software platform offers you innovative software solutions for your machinery’s entire lifecycle. The platform consists of perfectly harmonized software tools, robust middleware, library modules, and an open-standard IDE. All safety-related modules are TÜV-certified. MATCH enables functionally safe vehicle or machine control systems to be implemented and existing machines or functions to be redesigned – with time savings of up to 50%.
Our MATCH software suite is perfectly adapted to our hardware and subsystems, enabling us to implement critical security functions such as encryption, intrusion detection, secure password handling, certificate and cryptographic key management, and role-based access control.
- Progress Through Efficiency: Reduced effort due to consistent data at all levels and seamlessly connected tools
- Robust Middleware, Hardware-Independent: Purpose-built MATCH Core developed for use in mobile machines, with easy portability to other hardware systems for maximum flexibility
- Multi-Controller Capable: Various control units and displays can be combined. Mixing programming languages and supporting different subsystems is seamless
- Development According to the V-Model, Testing Included: Development follows the V-model, with plug-and-play testing at all levels and embedded software simulation included
- Service Solution Included: Service tool ready for immediate use and adaptable to existing service environments, with integrated remote maintenance solutions
- Ready for Functional Safety: Functional safety integrated from the outset; embedding of safety standards supported by all program components – up to safety levels SIL2/PLd/AgPLd/ASILC/MLPD
Elmar Wulf, Head of Application Development
HYDAC Software GmbH
Increasing safety requirements and cybersecurity requirements present genuine challenges. That’s why cutting complexity is absolutely essential. Our MATCH software platform enables simpler, swifter, and, above all else, more secure development of your machines – from the initial concept to series production and beyond. This approach allows you to create a firm foundation for application security throughout the entire lifecycle.
Contact us now about our integrated platform combining hardware and software, and rely on our modular, scalable system for your customized cybersecurity solution. HYDAC is by your side as your experienced development partner – from system design to series production.
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Cybersecurity Training, Workshops, and Engineering: Get Bespoke Support from Our Experts
Making your machines more secure is our goal. As your functional safety and cybersecurity partner, we offer you more than just insight-driven expertise. We provide solutions that meet your needs perfectly.
Because we understand that every single company and machine project is unique. That’s why we develop customized cybersecurity training, courses, and consulting services that can be flexibly adapted to your specific requirements. Let’s work together to find the ideal solution for your machines’ security. Contact us today for more information about our consulting services.
