Module Name
Cygnus X-2 Postal Security Device
Historical Reason
RNG SP800-131A Revision 1 Transition
Security Level Exceptions
- Physical Security: Level 3 + EFP
Embodiment
Multi-chip standalone
Description
The Pitney Bowes Cygnus X-2 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 PSD employs strong encryption, decryption, and digital signature techniques for the protection of customer funds in Pitney Bowes Postage Metering products.
Approved Algorithms
DSA |
Cert. #200 |
ECDSA |
Cert. #48 |
HMAC |
Cert. #246 |
RNG |
Cert. #272 |
SHS |
Cert. #562 |
Triple-DES |
Cert. #503 |
Triple-DES MAC |
Triple-DES Cert. #503, vendor affirmed |
Other Algorithms
Diffie-Hellman (key agreement; key establishment methodology provides 80 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant)
Hardware Versions
1MEC BAC/BAE/BAF (Canada) and 1MES BAC/BAE/BAF (Canada Specimen)