The cybersecurity landscape across Europe is rapidly evolving, driven by sophisticated AI-driven threats and robust new regulatory mandates like the NIS2 Directive. For Spain, where over 100,000 cyber attacks were detected in 2024, strengthening protection for the public sector and critical infrastructures are paramount.
Yubico is proud to be taking a major step toward supporting the Spanish National Cybersecurity Plan to bring the YubiKey 5 CCN Series to market. This series is designed specifically to meet the rigorous security and compliance requirements for the Spanish government, public sector organizations, financial sector and third-party service providers.
Advancing toward listing in the CCN Catalogue
We are advancing into the final stages of the LINCE evaluation for the YubiKey 5 CCN Series, for inclusion in the Spanish National Cryptologic Centre (CCN) Catalogue of Information and Communication Technology Products and Services.
This inclusion in the Catalogue is a critical differentiator for organizations in Spain. The YubiKey is on track to be granted ‘Alta’ status, the highest security rating offered by the certification, recognizing it as a trusted choice for organizations.
Of note, once included, the YubiKey 5 CCN Series will be the first hardware security key available in the Catalogue. This means Spanish organizations will purchase keys in the YubiKey 5 CCN Series without the need for extensive, often prolonged follow-up audits required for products outside the Catalogue, significantly simplifying procurement. Our secure European manufacturing process and supply chain further ensure the highest assurance security for both public and private sectors in Spain.
Meeting the mandate for modern authentication
The need for high-assurance security is no longer optional. The recently enforced NIS2 Directive requires essential and important services across the EU to reinforce their cybersecurity practices, including the mandatory use of multi-factor authentication (MFA).
The YubiKey 5 CCN Series will directly address this mandate by offering phishing-resistant, hardware-based security. Leveraging the latest YubiKey 5.7.4 firmware, this series provides robust functionality:
- Form Factors: Available in USB-A and USB-C with contactless NFC capability.
- Capacity: Stores up to 100 passkeys and 24 PIV/Smart Card certificates, making it ideal for diverse use cases.
Yubico is committed to supporting Spanish organizations with security keys that meet the highest standards of quality, usability, and, most importantly, compliance, ensuring a more secure digital future for the nation. For more information, see here.
