SUSE Linux Enterprise Kernel Crypto API Cryptographic Module
Caveat: When operated in approved mode. When installed, initialized and configured as specified in section 11 of the Security Policy. No assurance of minimum security of SSPs (e.g., keys, bit strings) that are externally loaded, or of SSPs established with externally loaded SSPs.
Certificate
| Certificate number | 5112 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-3 |
| Status | active |
| Sunset date | 2030-12-17 |
| Overall level | 1 |
| Module type | Software |
| Embodiment | Multi-Chip Stand Alone |
| Vendor | SUSE LLC · website |
Module description
The SUSE Linux Enterprise Kernel Crypto API Cryptographic Module provides a C language API for use by other (kernel space and user space) processes that require cryptographic functionality.
Security level exceptions
- Physical security: N/A
- Non-invasive security: N/A
- Mitigation of other attacks: N/A
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-18 | Initial | atsec information security corporation |
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: 2025-12-18