CM140T
CM140T, from CipherMax, Inc., holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #1071 at overall level 2. The validation is historical: agencies may keep the module in existing systems but not buy it new. Below are its validation history, algorithm certificates and security policy, drawn from the NIST CMVP entry.
Caveat: None
Certificate
| Certificate number | 1071 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 2 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip standalone |
| Vendor | CipherMax, Inc. · website |
| Hardware versions | P/N 81-00048-01 Version ELC 9.2 |
| Firmware versions | 5.4.0.36 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
CM140T provides a scalable, easy-to-manage storage security solution for tape backup in a compact 1U chassis. With support for 16 FC-port, any-to-any connectivity, storage access control, line-speed data compression, data integrity authentication, and automated key management, the CM140T delivers a complete solution for all tape-based applications.
Security level exceptions
- Cryptographic Module Specification: Level 3
- Design Assurance: Level 3
Approved algorithms (7)
Other algorithms
MD5; Diffie-Hellman (key wrapping; key establishment methodology provides 80 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant); RSA (key wrapping; key establishment methodology provides 80 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2008-12-24 | Initial | UL Verification Services, Inc. |
| 2009-02-23 | Update |
Status timeline
As observed by this tracker's snapshots. NIST publishes no dates for list moves; observation began 2026-08-21, so earlier changes carry no date.
- 2026-08-21: first observed by this tracker, status historical
- Validation dates on record: 2008-12-24, 2009-02-23