Module Name
IBM® z/VM® Version 6 Release 4 System SSL Cryptographic Module
Historical Reason
SP 800-56Arev3 transition
Caveat
When operated in FIPS mode
Security Level Exceptions
- Mitigation of Other Attacks: N/A
Module Type
Software-Hybrid
Embodiment
Multi-Chip Stand Alone
Description
z/VM System SSL provides cryptographic functions which allows z/VM to protect data using the SSL/TLS protocols. z/VM System SSL also enables administrators to create and manage X.509 V3 certificates and keys within key database files.
Tested Configuration(s)
- IBM z/VM Version 6 Release 4 running on an IBM z13 with CP Assist for Cryptographic Functions (single-user mode)
Allowed Algorithms
HMAC-MD5; MD5; RSA (key wrapping; key establishment methodology provides between 112 and 150 bits of encryption strength)
Hardware Versions
z13 CP Assist for Cryptographic Functions DES/TDES Enablement Feature 3863
Software Versions
5735FAL00: z/VM Version 6 Release 4 with 1701RSU and APAR PI99134