CM1+
CM1+, from Hiddn Security AS, holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #2569 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 | 2569 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 3 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-Chip Embedded |
| Vendor | Hiddn Security AS · website |
| Hardware versions | PCBA P/N HGD-59400200 with PCB P/N HGD-59300039, Rev C |
| Firmware versions | CM1+ HW v1.8.7.4, CM1+ FW v1.8.7.5 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
The CM1+ is a 256-bit AES hardware encryption engine for protection of data at rest. The unit operates on the SATA protocol independent of the storage device, which allows encryption of disk drives of various storage capacities.
Security level exceptions
- Mitigation of Other Attacks: N/A
Approved algorithms (1)
| Algorithm | CAVP certificates |
|---|---|
| AES | 3362 |
Other algorithms
AES (Cert. #3362, key wrapping; key establishment methodology provides 192 bits of encryption strength)
Tested configurations
- N/A
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-02-22 | 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: 2016-02-22