Embedded Linux Security Management for Manufacturers
Combining Digi’s vulnerability intelligence with
ByteSnap’s UK-based embedded Linux expertise
MDR 2026 and CRA 2027 mandate continuous security updates for connected manufacturing devices.
ByteSnap Design’s Premium Software Security Service delivers targeted Linux patches, compliance-ready monthly reports, and hands-on UK integration support – so your engineering team can focus on innovation, not maintenance
The security challenge facing manufacturers
Connected manufacturing devices running embedded Linux face mounting cybersecurity threats. With 102 new Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) published daily in 2025, keeping deployed devices secure demands constant vigilance.
The Medical Device Regulation (MDR) 2026 and Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) 2027 now require manufacturers to provide continuous security updates throughout product lifecycles. Non-compliance means market access blocked, regulatory fines, and reputational damage.
Most engineering teams are already stretched thin. Managing Linux security patches in-house costs £45,000-£85,000 annually in engineering time alone. That’s before counting breach risk, tooling costs, and compliance overhead.
How ByteSnap Design's Premium Software Security Service Works
Our service combines Digi‘s vulnerability intelligence with ByteSnap’s embedded Linux expertise to deliver three critical outcomes:
1: Assess
Your Devices
We analyse your device's operating system, Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), and deployment environment to identify vulnerabilities unique to your exact configuration. Unlike generic CVE notifications that create noise, we filter alerts to show only threats affecting your specific Linux distribution, kernel version, and application stack.
2: Protect
With Targeted Patches
ByteSnap engineers apply, test, and integrate security patches tailored to your hardware, whether you use Digi ConnectCore system-on-modules, NXP i.MX platforms, or custom embedded Linux builds. We test patches in environments that mirror your production systems, ensuring updates work in real-world conditions without breaking existing functionality.
3: Stay Compliant
With Monthly Reports
Receive detailed security status reports documenting: all applied patches, remaining vulnerabilities, and risk assessments.These audit-ready reportssatisfy MDR post-market surveillance requirements, IEC 62443 industrial cybersecurity standards, and CRA compliance obligations.
Why ByteSnap Design and Digi is different for embedded Linux security management
Other services send CVE notifications and leave you to figure out integration. ByteSnap Design provides robust, hands-on support from UK-based embedded Linux engineers who understand manufacturing workflows and regulatory requirements.
While leveraging Digi’s security intelligence, our service supports mixed hardware estates.
Whether you use Digi Embedded Yocto (DEY), Debian, Ubuntu, Buildroot, or custom distributions, we provide unified security management.
We handle vulnerability monitoring, patch testing, integration validation, and compliance documentation.
Your engineering team receives only actionable recommendations requiring their domain expertise – not administrative firefighting.
We handle vulnerability monitoring, patch testing, integration validation, and compliance documentation.
Your engineering team receives only actionable recommendations requiring their domain expertise – not administrative firefighting – reducing overhead and optimising engineering time.
Who Benefits from this Premium Security Software Service?
The Premium Security Software Service is designed for manufacturers who:
- Operate 50+ connected devices running embedded Linux
- Face MDR 2026, CRA 2027, or IEC 62443 compliance deadlines
- Have engineering teams focused on product development, not patch management
- Need audit-ready documentation for regulators or customers
- Manage mixed hardware estates requiring unified security oversightTypical customers include medical device manufacturers meeting MDR requirements, industrial automation companies addressing IEC 62443 standards, and IoT product developers preparing for CRA implementation.
Stop Managing Vulnerabilities, Make More Time for Innovation
Premium Software Security Service FAQs
What are MDR 2026 cybersecurity requirements?
The Medical Device Regulation (MDR) 2026 requires manufacturers of connected medical devices to implement continuous security update mechanisms, conduct post-market surveillance for vulnerabilities, and maintain Software Bills of Materials (SBOM). Devices must receive security patches throughout their lifecycle to maintain CE marking and market access in the EU and UK.
Can this service work if we don't use Digi hardware?
Yes. While our service leverages Digi's vulnerability intelligence platform, ByteSnap Design provides integration support for any embedded Linux platform, including NXP i.MX, STMicroelectronics STM32MP, TI Sitara, Raspberry Pi Compute Modules, and custom boards.
We support Yocto Project, Debian, Ubuntu, Buildroot, and custom Linux distributions.
What if our Linux platform is too old to support patches?
If your current operating system has reached end-of-life or cannot receive security updates, ByteSnap Design helps migrate to a supported Linux distribution. We assess your application dependencies, hardware constraints, and regulatory requirements to recommend the best migration path, minimising disruption to your product roadmap.
How does this differ from Timesys or Red Hat support contracts?
Timesys provides CVE monitoring and notifications, but limited integration support, primarily serving US customers. Red Hat focuses on server infrastructure, rather than embedded manufacturing devices. ByteSnap Design offers UK-local embedded Linux engineers who test and integrate patches specifically for your device configuration, not generic server environments.
What's included in monthly security reports?
Reports document all identified vulnerabilities, applied patches, remaining exposure, and risk assessments mapped to your compliance framework (MDR, IEC 62443, CRA). They include SBOM updates, patch deployment dates, validation test results, and recommendations for addressing any unpatched vulnerabilities. The monthly security reports satisfy regulatory audit requirements and provide board-level security visibility.
How quickly are critical patches applied?
Critical security patches addressing actively exploited vulnerabilities are prioritised for deployment within 48-72 hours of validation testing. Less critical patches follow monthly maintenance windows to minimise disruption. Emergency patches can be fast-tracked with customer approval when zero-day exploits threaten deployed devices.