Netscape Security Module 1.01
Netscape Security Module 1.01, from Netscape Communications Corporation, holds FIPS 140-1 certificate #45 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 | 45 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-1 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 1 |
| Module type | Software |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip standalone |
| Vendor | Netscape Communications Corporation · website |
| Software versions | ID: fipscm_v1.01 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
Security module used in various Netscape products.
Security level exceptions
- Operating System Security: Tested as meeting Level 1 for WindowsNT 4.0 workstation (single-user mode).
Approved algorithms (2)
| Algorithm | CAVP certificates |
|---|---|
| DSA/SHA-1 | |
| RSA | vendor affirmed |
Other algorithms
DES (Certs. #33 and #34); Triple-DES (allowed for US Government use); RC2; RC4; MD2; MD5
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 1999-03-17 | 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: 1999-03-17