SQLCipher Cryptographic Module (Mobile)
Caveat: When operated in FIPS mode. The module makes no assurance of the minimum strength of random strings and generated keys
Certificate
| Certificate number | 4707 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | active |
| Sunset date | 2026-09-21 |
| Overall level | 1 |
| Module type | Software |
| Embodiment | Multi-Chip Stand Alone |
| Vendor | Zetetic, LLC · website |
| Software versions | 2.1.2 |
Module description
The SQLCipher Cryptographic Module is a cryptographic engine that integrates with SQLCipher, enhancing encrypted database operations with a trusted security layer. SQLCipher provides full database encryption and data integrity protection for local storage at rest. This module guarantees that all data stored and retrieved through SQLCipher is encrypted, decrypted, and verified using a reliable implementation for applications demanding high levels of data security.
Security level exceptions
- Physical Security: N/A
- Design Assurance: Level 3
- Mitigation of Other Attacks: N/A
Approved algorithms
| Algorithm | CAVP certificate |
|---|---|
| AES | A4947 |
| CKG | vendor affirmed |
| DRBG | A4947 |
| DSA | A4947 |
| ECDSA | A4947 |
| HMAC | A4947 |
| RSA | A4947 |
| SHS | A4947 |
| Triple-DES | A4947 |
Tested configurations
- Android 8 running on a Galaxy Nexus 5X with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808
- iPadOS 15 running on an Apple iPad Air 2 with an Apple A8X (single-user mode)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-06-11 | Initial | Leidos Accredited Testing & Evaluation (AT&E) Lab |
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 active
- Validation dates on record: 2024-06-11