Corsec would like to congratulate our partner, Big Switch Networks, a leader in open software defined networking; on completing the Common Criteria certification process. The completion of the certification process not only opens the doors to new and exciting markets for Big Switch, but also demonstrates their fervent commitment to product security, having recently completed the listing process for the DoDIN APL.
The Big Switch Networks Big Cloud Fabric was awarded the Common Criteria certification through the Spanish scheme under the EAL2+ ALC_FLR.2. All certification details are now available for review on the OC’s secured products list here. Additionally, see a complete listing of all Common Criteria certified products here.
Big Switch’s partner in this endeavor was Corsec Security, Inc., helping to design, document, test, and manage the process alongside Big Switch’s award winning team.
About Common Criteria
Common Criteria is an internationally recognized set of guidelines (ISO 15408), which define a common framework for evaluating security features and capabilities of Information Technology security products. The standard consists of several predetermined evaluation assurance levels, each one more stringent than the last. Common Criteria allows vendors to have their products tested against a chosen level by an independent third-party testing laboratory. The Common Criteria Mutual Recognition Agreement (CCRA) is a pact, which was designed to allow all evaluations up to an evaluation assurance level (EAL) 2, to be recognized by all participating countries, regardless of where the evaluation was completed. There are currently 30 countries involved in the CCRA, including the United States and Canada, with others that follow unofficially such as the EU. The U.S. government mandates Common Criteria certification of security products for federal purchases. The National Information Assurance Acquisition Policy, NSTISSP No. 11, requires agencies to purchase only those commercial security products that have met specified third-party assurance requirements and have been tested by an accredited national laboratory.
About Big Switch Networks
Big Switch’s mission is to disrupt the status quo of networking with order of magnitude improvements in network intelligence, agility, and flexibility by delivering Next-Generation Data Center Networking. They enable data center transformation and accelerate business velocity by delivering a responsive, automated, and programmable software-defined networking (SDN) fabric-based networking solution.
For further information, please visit their website at www.bigswitch.com.
About Corsec Security, Inc.
For two decades Corsec has assisted companies through the IT security certification process for FIPS 140-2, Common Criteria (CC) and the DoD’s APL. We are a privately owned company focused on partnering with organizations worldwide to assist with the process of security certifications and validations. Our certification methodology helps open doors to new markets and increase revenue for clients with products ranging from mobile phones to satellites. Our broad knowledge safeguards against common pitfalls and thwarts delays, translating to a swift and seamless path to certification. Corsec has created the benchmark for providing business leaders with fast, flexible access to industry knowledge on security certifications and validations.
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