Discover how PHYTEC's production-ready System on Modules (SOMs)-powered by
NXP's security-rich application processors — enable embedded systems to be
secure by design. From boot to lifecycle management, this platform delivers
robust protection rooted in hardware—meeting today's and tomorrow's
cybersecurity demands.
As the number of connected devices rises, embedded system developers face
mounting pressure to secure products against increasingly sophisticated cyber
threats. In response, PHYTEC and NXP have joined forces to deliver scalable,
secure-by-default platforms that enable developers to build with confidence
from the ground up.
At the heart of these secure platforms is
NXP's EdgeLock®
approach—a comprehensive security framework embedded at the silicon level.
Whether it's through the
Secure Enclave, discrete
Secure Elements or
cryptographic acceleration, NXP ensures data privacy, device integrity and
lifecycle resilience. These capabilities power
PHYTEC's SOMs , which are engineered to retain
NXP's core security features
and offer hardware root of trust, encrypted storage, secure updates and more.
Secure Boot and the Chain of Trust
PHYTEC's SOMs leverage
NXP's secure boot technology
to establish a robust chain of trust—from the bootloader to the OS and
application layers. Only verified software is executed, protecting devices
from malicious code and tampering.
The foundation of embedded security: The phyCORE-i.MX 8M Plus SOM delivers
secure, production-ready performance with integrated NXP EdgeLock®
features—ready to anchor your chain of trust.
Scalable Hardware Security
With flexible security configurations—such as integrating trusted platform
module (TPM) 2.0 or secure elements like NXP's
SE051—on either the SOM or
carrier board, PHYTEC gives developers the freedom to tailor their security
posture based on application needs. Whether for industrial automation,
healthcare or Internet of Things (IoT) gateways, these solutions are built to
last.
Lifecycle Protection Built-In
Security doesn't end at deployment.
PHYTEC's software lifecycle management (SLCM) and common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVE) monitoring services provide
ongoing vulnerability patching and update delivery. Combined with
NXP's Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT)
and
EdgeLock Assurance program,
customers can meet stringent regulatory requirements like the Cyber Resilience
Act (CRA) with ease.
Software Tools for Seamless Integration
PHYTEC supports developers with Linux board support packages (BSPs) that
integrate NXP's verified bootloader and kernel, along with reference
implementations for secure boot, encrypted file systems, and over-the-air
(OTA) updates via Robust Auto-Update Controllerr (RAUC). Optional tools like
the
securiPHY SOM bundle help accelerate secure development from day one.
Security is a foundational element—not an afterthought. With NXP's secure
silicon and PHYTEC's production-ready platforms, developers can bring embedded
systems to market faster while meeting the highest security standards.