Module Name
Pitney Bowes iButton Postal Security Device (PSD)
Historical Reason
RNG SP800-131A Revision 1 Transition
Caveat
When operated in FIPS mode and configured by Pitney Bowes, Inc.
Security Level Exceptions
- Physical Security: Level 3 + EFP
Embodiment
Multi-chip standalone
Description
The Pitney Bowes iButton Postal Security Device (PSD) has been designed in compliance with the United States Postal Service (USPS), Information-Based Indicia Program (IBIP), and Deutsche Post's FrankIT New Generation Digital Franking program. It employs strong encryption, decryption, and digital signature techniques for the protection of customer funds in Pitney Bowes global digital metering products. The PSD has been designed to support international postal markets and their rapidly evolving requirements for digital indicia.
Approved Algorithms
DSA |
Cert. #353 |
RNG |
Cert. #604 |
SHS |
Cert. #1010 |
Triple-DES |
Cert. #797 |
Triple-DES MAC |
Triple-DES Cert. #797; vendor-affirmed |
Other Algorithms
RNG (non-compliant)
Hardware Versions
MAXQ1959B-F50#
Firmware Versions
6.01.02 and 8.01.03; Indicia Type 0, 2 and 5