HardCache™-SL3/PC v2.1
HardCache™-SL3/PC v2.1, from STMicroelectronics, Inc., holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #1599 at overall level 3. 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 | 1599 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 3 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Single-chip |
| Vendor | STMicroelectronics, Inc. · website |
| Hardware versions | STM7007 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
The STMicroelectronics HardCache™-SL3/PC v2.1 Cryptographic Module (HW rev STM7007) is a single chip cryptographic module designed as a hardware accelerated encryption engine for computer and peripheral applications. The cryptographic module is targeted for PC applications including desktop client, laptop, and server systems. Benefits compared to competing hardware and software solutions include better overall system performance, low power, and tamper resistant hardware security.
Approved algorithms (7)
Other algorithms
RSA (key wrapping; key establishment methodology provides 112 bits of encryption strength); NDRNG
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2011-09-20 | Initial | AEGISOLVE, Inc. |
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: 2011-09-20