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Cryptographic Module Validation Program CMVP

Certificate #1289

Details

Module Name
Cygnus X3 PSD Cryptographic Module
Standard
FIPS 140-2
Status
Historical
 Historical Reason
Moved to historical list due to sunsetting
Overall Level
3
Caveat
None
Security Level Exceptions
  • Physical Security: Level 3 + EFP
Module Type
Hardware
Embodiment
Single-chip
Description
The Pitney Bowes Cygnus X3 Postal Security Device (PSD) has been designed in compliance with FIPS 140-2 and IPMAR security protection profile in order to support the USPS IBIP and international digital indicia standards globally. The Cygnus X3 PSD Cryptographic Module employs strong encryption, decryption, and digital signature techniques for the protection of customer funds in Pitney Bowes Postage Metering products.
Approved Algorithms
AES Cert. #1069
DRBG Cert. #20
DSA Cert. #374
ECDSA FIPS 186-3, vendor affirmed
HMAC Cert. #601
KAS Cert. #3
SHS Cert. #650
Triple-DES Cert. #572
Triple-DES MAC Triple-DES Cert. #572, vendor affirmed
Other Algorithms
AES (AES Cert. #1069, key wrapping; key establishment methodology provides 128 bits of encryption strength)
Hardware Versions
P/N 1R84000 Version A
Software Versions
03.00.0064 (PSD Application) and 01.00.0053 (SDU)
Firmware Versions
01.00.06

Vendor

Pitney Bowes, Inc.
35 Waterview Drive
Shelton, CT 06484
USA

Robert Sisson
robert.sisson@pb.com
Phone: 203-924-3061
Fax: 203-924-3518

Related Files

Security Policy
Certificate

Validation History

Date Type Lab
4/12/2010 Initial UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC
5/5/2010 Update