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CRA reporting obligations

Understand the notification trigger, dates and official reporting route.

IN BRIEF

Article 14 reporting obligations apply from 11 September 2026. They concern actively exploited vulnerabilities and severe incidents having an impact on the security of products with digital elements.

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Trigger and timing

The manufacturer must assess the legal trigger and act promptly. The Commission explains the early warning at 24 hours and fuller notification at 72 hours after awareness. Final-report timing differs between actively exploited vulnerabilities and severe incidents.

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Official channel

ENISA’s CRA Single Reporting Platform is the submission route described by the Commission. This site neither accepts reports nor forwards notifications. Verify operational details directly with the official platform.

REFERENCE DESK

Official sources

Read the full legal text and Commission material for precise wording, qualifications and updates.

Editorial review: 26 September 2026. Regulatory material can change; follow the official sources for current guidance.