FCC Cybersecurity Label Applications


On Oct. 21, FCC issued filing window for cybersecurity label applicants


  • FCC reported a 15-business day filing window for applications from entities seeking to be designated as a Cybersecurity Labeling Administrator (CLA) and Lead Administrator.
  • Also adopted additional requirements for CLA and Lead Administrator applications as well as responsibilities that must be met by the selected Lead Administrator and CLAs.
  • Provided additional guidance to applicants and further implemented labeling program.
  • Follows cybersecurity label program (#204910), admin applications notice, #225760.
  • CLA and Lead Administrator Applications
  • Provided 15-business day filing window for CLA and lead administrator applications.
  • Set determinations regarding application format, fees, selection criteria, sharing of expenses, Lead Administrator neutrality, and confidentiality and security requirements.
  • Any domestic, independent, non-governmental entity eligible to enter into a licensing agreement with the FCC may apply for the role of CLA and/or lead administrator.
  • Applicant cannot be owned or controlled by, or affiliated with, any entity that produces equipment on covered list or is prohibited from participating in IoT labeling program.
  • To include companies named on entity list and list of Chinese military companies.
  • Provided application process; all applicants must submit certification statements.
  • Next Steps
  • After filing window closes Oct. 1, 2024, FCC will review and evaluate filed applications.
  • Selection will be announced by public notice with next steps for selected entities.
  • Effectiveness
  • Effective Nov. 20, 2024; amendment 3 (47 CFR 8.220(f)(14)) delayed indefinitely.
  • Consultation
  • Written comments on data collection requirements are due by Dec. 20, 2024.

Regulators FCC
Entity Types CNSM; Corp
Reference 89 FR 84086, 10/21/2024; Docket 23-239; FR 250049; Citation: 47 CFR 8.220;
Functions Advertising; Cyber; Operations; Privacy; Product Administration; Product Design; Registration/Licensing; Reporting; Technology
Countries United States of America
Category
State
Products Corporate
Regions Am
Rule Type Final
Rule Date 10/21/2024
Effective Date 11/20/2024
Rule Id 230602
Linked to Rule :225760
Reg. Last Update 10/21/2024
Report Section US Consumer

Last substantive update on 10/23/2024