Cryptographic Module Validation Program CMVP

Module Name

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 Kernel Cryptographic API

Standard

FIPS 140-3

Status

Active

Sunset Date

6/29/2030

Overall Level

1

Caveat

When operated in approved mode. The module generates random numbers whose strengths are modified by available entropy. No assurance of minimum security of SSPs (e.g., keys, bit strings) that are externally loaded, or of SSPs established with externally loaded SSPs

Security Level Exceptions

• Physical security: N/A
• Non-invasive security: N/A
• Mitigation of other attacks: N/A

Module Type

Software

Embodiment

Multi-Chip Stand Alone

Description

The Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 Kernel Cryptographic API provides a C language API for use by other (kernel space and user space) processes that require cryptographic functionality

Approved Algorithms