Module Name
Windows XP Enhanced DSS and Diffie-Hellman Cryptographic Provider (DSSENH)
Historical Reason
RNG SP800-131A Revision 1 Transition
Caveat
When operated in FIPS mode
Embodiment
Multi-chip standalone
Description
The Microsoft Enhanced DSS and Diffie-Hellman Cryptographic Provider, designed for FIPS 140-2 compliance, is a software-based, cryptographic module. DSSENH encapsulates several different cryptographic algorithms (including SHA-1, DES, TDES, DSA) in a cryptographic module accessible via the Microsoft CryptoAPI.
Tested Configuration(s)
- Windows XP Professional SP3 (in single user mode)
Approved Algorithms
DSA |
Cert. #292 |
RNG |
Cert. #448 |
SHS |
Cert. #784 |
Triple-DES |
Cert. #676 |
Triple-DES MAC |
Triple-DES Cert. #676, vendor affirmed |
Other Algorithms
DES; DES40; Diffie-Hellman (key agreement; key establishment methodology provides between 112 and 150 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant less than 112 bits); MD5; RC2; RC4
Software Versions
5.1.2600.5507