RA6M4 Security Management Module
RA6M4 Security Management Module, from Renesas Electronics Corporation, holds FIPS 140-3 certificate #5311 at overall level 2. The validation is active, with a sunset date of 2031-06-03. Below are its validation history, algorithm certificates and security policy, drawn from the NIST CMVP entry.
Caveat: No assurance of minimum security of SSPs (e.g., keys, bit strings) that are externally loaded, or of SSPs established with externally loaded SSPs; When installed, initialized and configured as specified in Section 11.1 of the Security Policy
Certificate
| Certificate number | 5311 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-3 |
| Status | active |
| Sunset date | 2031-06-03 |
| Overall level | 2 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | SingleChip |
| Vendor | Renesas Electronics Corporation · website |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
RA6M4 is general-purpose microcontroller designed for industrial, IOT, and infrastructure applications, embedded with robust security features. RA6M4 Security Management Module is provided as a reference for developing FIPS 140-3-compliant modules using the RA6M4. By referring to the design of this module, it becomes easier to address FIPS requirements when developing cryptographic modules using the RA6M4 in customer environments. The Renesas RA6M4 group of microcontrollers uses the high-performance CPU operating up to 200MHz. In concert with the Secure Crypto Engine it offers Secure Element functionality. The integrated Ethernet MAC with individual DMA ensures high data throughput. The RA6M4 is built on a highly efficient 40nm process and is supported by an open and flexible ecosystem concept-the Flexible Software Package (FSP)-and is expandable to use RTOSes and middleware. The RA6M4 is suitable for IoT applications requiring Ethernet, future proof security, large embedded RAM, and low active power consumption.
Security level exceptions
- Roles, services, and authentication: Level 3
- Operational environment: N/A
- Non-invasive security: N/A
- Sensitive security parameter management: Level 3
- Self-tests: Level 3
- Life-cycle assurance: Level 3
- Mitigation of other attacks: N/A
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-04 | Initial | ECSEC Laboratory 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 active
- Validation dates on record: 2026-06-04