The CRA Explained - Why It Matters to Open Source Developers and Vendors

This 25-minute video from the Linux Foundation features David A. Wheeler, Director of Open Source Supply Chain Security at OpenSSF, explaining the European Union's Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and its critical implications for open source developers and vendors. Learn about this significant regulation that applies to products with digital elements, including both software and hardware. Understand the CRA's mandates for risk identification, vulnerability management, and documentation requirements that represent a major shift from current practices. Discover the substantial penalties for non-compliance, which can reach up to 15 million euros or 15% of annual revenue. Explore the free, self-paced course offered by OpenSSF designed to help software developers and managers understand and comply with the CRA. Prepare for the CRA's enforcement timeline in 2026 and 2027 by understanding the importance of early preparation and compliance strategies.