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Certified Security for ICT Products & Services

LINCE certification is a lightweight cybersecurity evaluation designed to assess and accredit ICT products for secure information management. Developed by the Spanish National Cryptologic Centre (CCN), this methodology provides a streamlined alternative to Common Criteria (CC) evaluation, making it ideal for products handling sensitive data with lower threat exposure. 

For ICT manufacturers, obtaining LINCE certification ensures official recognition and eligibility for inclusion in the Spanish CPSTIC product catalogue, a key requirement for organizations aiming to supply government institutions and critical infrastructure sectors.

The CPSTIC product catalogue is the official list of ICT security products and services recognized for their proven cybersecurity requirements. Maintained by the Products and Technologies Department of the National Cryptologic Centre (CCN-PYTEC), this catalogue serves as a trusted reference for the Spanish Administration in the protection of IT assets.

LINCE Certification Key Benefits

Accelerate CPSTIC Entry

It provides access to the Spanish CPSTIC product catalogue of ENS Medium Category qualified products.

Enhance ICT Product Security

A Spanish-recognized framework for evaluating and accrediting the security capabilities of ICT products, verifying that they properly manage sensitive information.

Common Criteria (CC) Route

It offers a lighter evaluation method, ideal for products handling sensitive information without exposure to high-level threats. 

Discover the CPSTIC Product Catalogue: Spain’s Trusted List of Certified ICT Solutions

The CPSTIC product catalogue serves as a key reference for the Spanish public sector and the organizations that act as suppliers of ICT solutions through public tenders and procurement processes. To facilitate informed decision-making and ensure alignment with the security requirements, three product categories are distinguished:

DEKRA Services for LINCE & CPSTIC Product Catalogue

Our streamlined approach ensures that ICT products meet baseline cybersecurity requirements while achieving successful qualification and inclusion in the CPSTIC product catalogue.

CPSTIC Catalogue Inclusion of ICT Security Products

LINCE Certification for ENS Medium Compliance

STIC Evaluation for ENS Certification

STIC Evaluation for ENS High Level

Compliance Framework for Classified Information

Long-Term Certification Management

Explore the Path to CPSTIC Product Catalogue

Discover the complete process of incorporating your product into the CPSTIC catalogue. Explore how, through DEKRA's testing and certification services, manufacturers can achieve successful inclusion.

Why DEKRA is the Right Partner for LINCE Certification

At DEKRA we have extensive expertise and in-depth knowledge covering both the LINCE certification and qualification process, ensuring your product meets all the requirements for successful inclusion in the CPSTIC product catalogue. By choosing DEKRA, you benefit from proven expertise that streamlines the testing and compliance journey, safeguarding your products, processes and systems through comprehensive cybersecurity evaluations and certification. 

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