Neopostage PSD Module
Neopostage PSD Module, from Neopost Technologies, holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #365 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 | 365 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 3 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip embedded |
| Vendor | Neopost Technologies · website |
| Software versions | 1.0.0.0 |
| Hardware versions | P/N 04K9131 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
The Neopostage Postal Security Device (PSD) Module functions as a software-based PSD that utilizes hardware-based cryptographic modules for securely managing and dispensing money and indicia via encryption and digital signature techniques. The module is ideally suited to Internet and high-volume mailing based applications requiring high-speed cryptographic functions. The module is designed to meet the applicable United States Postal Service Information-Based Indicium Program (USPS IBIP) specifications for postage meters.
Security level exceptions
- Physical Security: Level 4
Approved algorithms (4)
Other algorithms
DES (Cert. #178); DSA (Cert. #84; non-compliant)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2003-12-16 | Initial | UL Verification Services, Inc. |
| 2006-10-03 | Update | |
| 2014-01-01 | 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: 2003-12-16, 2006-10-03, 2014-01-01