Hydra PC FIPS File Encryption Module
Certificate
| Certificate number | 1179 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 3 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip standalone |
| Vendor | SPYRUS, Inc. · website |
| Hardware versions | P/Ns 880070103F [1], 880070104F [2] and 880070105F [3], Versions 01.00.01 [1,2] and 01.00.02 [3] |
| Firmware versions | 01.02.12 [1] and 01.02.13 [2,3] |
Module description
The Hydra PC FIPS File Encryption Module is a multifunctional security device providing the U. S. Government's Suite B standard algorithms, including AES, ECC, and SHA-2. The Hydra PC FIPS File Encryption Module stores encrypted files on a replaceable miniSD/miniSDHC memory card for almost unlimited storage capacity. An exclusive authentication feature can limit the use of a Hydra PC FIPS File Encryption Module to a specifically designated enclave, preventing all external use even if the user knows the logon PIN. Comes with Microsoft Windows file interface.
Approved algorithms
Other algorithms
EC-Diffie-Hellman (key agreement; key establishment methodology provides 128 bits of encryption strength); AES (Cert. #846, key wrapping)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2009-08-31 | Initial | UL Verification Services, Inc. |
| 2009-10-30 | Update | |
| 2010-04-09 | 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: 2009-08-31, 2009-10-30, 2010-04-09