SQLCipher Cryptographic Module
SQLCipher Cryptographic Module, from Zetetic, LLC, holds FIPS 140-3 certificate #5185 at overall level 1. The validation is active, with a sunset date of 2029-08-26. Below are its validation history, algorithm certificates and security policy, drawn from the NIST CMVP entry.
Caveat: No assurance of the minimum strength of generated SSPs (e.g., keys) and random strings. 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 | 5185 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-3 |
| Status | active |
| Sunset date | 2029-08-26 |
| Overall level | 1 |
| Module type | Software |
| Embodiment | MultiChipStand |
| Vendor | Zetetic, LLC · website |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
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
- Non-invasive security: N/A
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-12 | Initial | DEKRA Cybersecurity Certification Laboratory |
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: 2026-03-12