Documents for BSZ
Application forms
In order to apply for certification in the BSZ programme for a specific product, the following application must be submitted:
LIST OF ALL DOWNLOADS
| Titel | Teaser |
|---|---|
| BSZ-Application | Application form for the BSZ. (Only available in German) |
Scheme documents
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| Titel | Teaser |
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| BSZ Product Certification | This document sets out the detailed requirements and information to supplement the document “Verfahrensbeschreibung zur Zertifizierung von Produkten, Prozessen und Dienstleistungen” (Procedure description for the product certification, processes and services) for applicants who wish to apply for a fixed-time certification process. Version 2.0 courtesy translation (previous version) |
| BSZ Licensing of ITSEFs | This document contains mandatory requirements, further information and regulations as a supplement to the higher-level document “Verfahrensbeschreibung zur Anerkennung von Prüfstellen und Zertifizierung von IT-Sicherheitsdienstleistern” (Procedure description for the licensing of ITSEFs and certification of IT security providers) (VB facilities), and is aimed at applicants who wish to be licensed for the fixed-time certification process. Version 2.0 courtesy translation (previous version) |
| BSZ Evaluation Process | This document is part of the public description of the BSZ certification scheme and contains clarifications on the evaluation process. courtesy translation (current version) |
| BSZ Competence Assessment | This document contains detailed requirements and further information as a supplement to the higher-level “Verfahrensbeschreibung zur Kompetenzfeststellung und Zertifizierung von Personen” (Procedure description for the competence assessment and certification of persons). Version 2.1 courtesy translation (current version) |
Application notes and interpretations for the BSZ (AIS B)
The following table lists the application notes and interpretations for the BSZ (AIS B). Please note that, if available, the German versions of AIS B are binding.
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+title |
short description |
+date |
|---|---|---|
| AIS B1 | Requirements for ST and further documentation |
17.11.2023 |
| AIS B2 | Requirements for the evaluation of cryptographic mechanisms according to the BSZ |
30.09.2023 |
| AIS B3 | Requirements for user guidance |
30.09.2023 |
| AIS B4 | Requirements for Evaluation according to the BSZ |
30.09.2023 |
| AIS B5 | Guideline for determining the efforts for a BSZ evaluation |
30.09.2023 |
| AIS B6 | Requirements for a TOE |
30.09.2023 |
| AIS B8 | Requirements for evaluation according to the BSZ in the GB “Komponenten im HAN des SMGW” |
30.10.2024 |
Further documents and templates
In the following table you will find further documents and templates for the BSZ
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+title |
short description |
+date |
|---|---|---|
| ST Template for BSZ Scope | ST Template for BSZ Scope "Allgemeine Netzwerkkomponenten und eingebettete IP-vernetzte Geräte" |
17.11.2023 |
International Recognition
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| Titel | Teaser | Datum | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agreement BSZ and CSPN | Mutual Recognition Agreement of Cybersecurity Evaluation Certificates of BSZ und der CSPN. between BSI and ANSSI. | 15.05.2024 | ||
| MRA-FIT-CERT-NOTE-001 Exemptions from Recognition | In principle, all CSPN certificates are recognized in Germany by the BSI and all BSZ certificates are recognized in France by the ANSSI. However, according to article 3 of the agreement, certificates may be exempted from recognition if, for example, they are subject to specific national regulation or if there are other reasons. These exemptions are listed in this Application Note. | 01.08.2024 | ||
