FIPS 140-2
Ixia Finalizes Common Criteria Evaluation
Corsec would like to congratulate our partner Ixia on completing the Common Criteria evaluation process for their NTO 7303 and Vision ONE solutions. Ixia, a leading provider of testing, visibility, and security solutions that strengthen applications across …
FIPS 140-2: Covering the Basics
What is FIPS 140-2? The Federal Information Processing Standard 140-2 (FIPS 140-2) is a U.S. and Canadian co-sponsored security standard for hardware, software, and firmware solutions. All products sold into the U.S. federal government are …
Winning Strategies for FED
For many companies, navigating the requirements for FED can be daunting – what should they look out for, what can they expect in the field, and what comes first? One of our clients shared the following standard …
IoT Security Facing Government Regulation
New legislation could be on the way to secure the devices we use in our everyday lives. From our smart phones to our garage door openers, the IoT space has revolutionized the way we organize …
Siemens Achieves NIST’s FIPS 140-2 Validation
Corsec would like to congratulate our partner, Siemens, on taking their Rugged Operating System (ROS) products through the Federal Information Processing Standard 140-2 (FIPS 140-2) validation process. After working with Corsec, Siemens was able to …
FIPS Validation of Ixia NPB Tools Complete
Congratulations to Ixia on completing the Federal Information Processing Standard 140-2 (FIPS 140-2) for two of their products, the Vision 7300 Network Packet Broker (NPB) and Vision ONE. Ixia is a leader in providing testing, visibility, and security …
CMVP Changes to FIPS 140-2
During the recent Cryptographic Module User Forum (CMUF) meeting, CMVP, which oversees FIPS 140-2 validations in the United States and Canada, announced updates and changes to policy for stagnant modules, the historical list, and documentation …
Updates to CMVP’s Sunsetting Policy
From the CMVP on their validation Sunsetting Policy: The CMVP is adopting a five year validation sunsetting policy, effective February 1, 2017. The CMVP will move all validation entries with most recent validation dates** prior to February 1, …
New Guidance On FIPS 140-2 Listings
The Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP), which was established by NIST to validate modules for the Federal Information Processions Standard (FIPS), has announced upcoming policy changes for the Modules In Process (MIP) list and Implementation Under Test …
Security Certification Maintenance
Monthly FED Roundup – October 2016
DISA’s October News Those trying to establish, re-accredit, or re-certify their connections to the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) will not have access to training provided by DISA’s Risk Adjudication and Connection Division. NIST’s October News …
iDirect’s Secure Satellite Broadband Solution Completes FIPS Validation
Corsec would like to congratulate our partner iDirect, a global leader in IP-based satellite communications, on their recent completion of the FIPS 140-2 validation process for their satellite broadband solution. iDirect has now completed and finalized all …
Monthly FED Roundup – September 2016
DISA’s September News The DoD’s tool to detect and counter known cyber attacks, The Host Based Security System (HBSS), will be combined with other solutions to create a holistic approach to protecting our nation’s critical …
Ionic Security Inc. Completes FIPS 140-2 Validation
Corsec is pleased to announce that Ionic Security Inc.’s FIPS Crypto Module has been awarded FIPS 140-2 certificate number 2761 by the Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP). This module has now completed and finalized all the necessary …
Ciena Secures Network Solution With FIPS Validation
Corsec would like to congratulate our partner, Ciena Corporation, for completing their Federal Information Processing Standard 140-2 (FIPS 140-2) validation on the 6500 Flex3 WaveLogic 3e OCLD Encryption Module. The successful completion of the FIPS 140-2 …
Siemens’ Rugged Operating System Achieves FIPS “In Process” Status
Corsec would like to congratulate our partner, Siemens, for being listed as Implementation Under Test (IUT) as part of a FIPS 140-2 validation for their product, the Rugged Operating System (ROS) v2.7.1. This listing signifies …
Is Our Critical Infrastructure At Risk?
Everyday we rely on technology to ensure continuation of our routine day to day activities. Access to clean drinkable water, open roadways free of congestion and chaos, power to brighten our homes and businesses, and oil …
FIPS 140-3: When Can We Expect It?
Corsec is often asked when the next version of the Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS 140-3), is expected to be released. It is an important question as product vendors are trying to adapt their certification strategies; …
FIPS Inside: Is It Right For Me?
Implementing a FIPS 140-2 validation into your product is a great way to strengthen your solution, enhance your brand, and secure your bottom line. When pursuing FIPS, you will be faced with difficult and often confusing …