PSD MODEL 145, 146, 147, 148
PSD MODEL 145, 146, 147, 148, from Neopost Technologies, holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #2063 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 | 2063 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 3 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip embedded |
| Vendor | Neopost Technologies · website |
| Hardware versions | 4150859LB |
| Firmware versions | P/N A0015972B, Version 28.02 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
Neopost PSD (Postal Security Device) for low range Postage Evidencing Systems (PES).
Security level exceptions
- Physical Security: Level 3 +EFP/EFT
Approved algorithms (7)
Other algorithms
Diffie-Hellman (key agreement; key establishment methodology provides 80 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2013-12-18 | Initial | Penumbra Security, 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: 2013-12-18