Aegis Secure Key 3NX Cryptographic Module
Aegis Secure Key 3NX Cryptographic Module, from Apricorn, holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #3943 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: When configured as specified in Section 11.1 of the Security Policy
Certificate
| Certificate number | 3943 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 3 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-Chip Stand Alone |
| Vendor | Apricorn · website |
| Hardware versions | P/Ns ASK3NX-2GB, ASK3NX-4GB, ASK3NX-8GB, ASK3NX-16GB, ASK3NX-32GB, ASK3NX-64GB, ASK3NX-128GB, ASK3NXC-4GB, ASK3NXC-8GB, ASK3NXC-16GB, ASK3NXC-32GB, ASK3NXC-64GB, ASK3NXC-128GB; Hardware Version: Rev A3 |
| Firmware versions | 1.8 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
The Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3NX and 3NXC is a FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated hardware encrypted USB 3.1 memory key. Its software-free design allows interface to any host that supports USB and mass storage. Authentication is performed via the embedded keypad and all CSPs (PINs, encryption keys, etc) never leave the device boundary for improved security. The device supports 1 administrator, 1 user and offers a variety of features including forced enrollment, programmable brute force, recovery PINs, 7-16 digit PINs, auto lock, read only modes, and is compatible with Apricorn’s Aegis Configurator.
Security level exceptions
- Mitigation of Other Attacks: N/A
Approved algorithms (6)
Allowed algorithms
NDRNG
Tested configurations
- N/A
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-06-07 | 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: 2021-06-07