ASTRO Subscriber Encryption Module
ASTRO Subscriber Encryption Module, from Motorola, Inc., holds FIPS 140-1 certificate #249 at overall level 1. 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: When operated in FIPS mode
Certificate
| Certificate number | 249 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-1 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 1 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip embedded |
| Vendor | Motorola, Inc. · website |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
Encryption modules used in Motorola Astro™ family of radios. Provides secure voice and data capabilities as well as APCO Over-the-Air- Rekeying and dvanced key management.
Security level exceptions
- Roles and Services: Level 2
- Software Security: Level 3
Approved algorithms (2)
Other algorithms
DES (Cert. #151); DES-XL; DVI-XL; DVI-SPFL; DVP-XL
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2002-09-18 | Initial | UL Verification Services, 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: 2002-09-18