Stricter European regulations and increasing cyber threats make high assurance access control essential for organizations that take their digital and physical security seriously.
What is High Assurance Access Control?
High assurance access control systems provide an extra layer of defense against cyberattacks and data breaches through end-to-end encryption, transparent readers, and advanced authentication protocols such as OSDP and SSCP. Unlike traditional systems, these readers do not store sensitive information and are designed according to the strictest European standards. This makes them ideal for sectors covered by the NIS2 directive, such as energy, healthcare, and digital infrastructure.
European Regulations Force Organizations to Take Action
The NIS2 directive, effective since October 2024, requires essential services in the public sector, transport, and digital services, among others, to comply with high cybersecurity requirements. Failure to comply with this directive can result in heavy fines or even personal liability for directors. High assurance systems ensure that you comply with local certifications such as ANSSI (France), BSI (Germany), and Rijkspas (Netherlands), and that you are connected to a proactive ecosystem that quickly addresses vulnerabilities.
Why Switching Now Pays Off
Even if your organization is not (yet) legally required to comply with NIS2, upgrading to high assurance offers clear benefits. Think of international recognition of security standards, continuous innovation, and support with incident response. Additionally, avoiding outdated technologies, such as Wiegand protocols or 125 kHz proximity cards, helps drastically reduce the risk of skimming, relay attacks, and firmware manipulation.
Choose your Security Partner Wisely
A high assurance access system is only as strong as the weakest link in your ecosystem. Therefore, choose suppliers who are transparent about vulnerabilities, keep their encryption management in-house, and offer open architectures for maximum flexibility. Genetec’s Synergis™ platform is such a solution: scalable, cloud-ready, and built to grow with your organization.
Download the White Paper
Want to know how you can better protect your organization against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats while complying with European regulations? Then download the white paper Achieving High Assurance Access Control, offered by Genetec, and discover how to set up a future-proof security strategy.