The Cyber Resilience Act, officially titled Regulation (EU) 2024/2847 of the European Parliament and Council, provides a unified legal framework for cybersecurity across the EU. It addresses vulnerabilities and the inconsistent provision of security updates in products with digital elements, thereby promoting transparency and user empowerment. This legislation harmonises cybersecurity standards, facilitating secure product development, streamlined conformity assessments, and robust vulnerability management. It applies horizontally, ensuring manufacturers, including SMEs, comply with essential requirements, thus enhancing the security of connected devices, critical infrastructures, and consumer products. By introducing stricter measures for high-risk categories and clarifying obligations around updates and support periods, the regulation aims to build user trust and fortify the digital ecosystem.