CryptoStor Tape 702 and 704
CryptoStor Tape 702 and 704, from NeoScale Systems, Inc., holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #621 at overall level 3. 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 | 621 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 3 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip standalone |
| Vendor | NeoScale Systems, Inc. |
| Hardware versions | FC702 - P/N 820-0004-01 Rev 2 and FC704 - P/N 820-0005-01 Rev 1 |
| Firmware versions | 2.1.0 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
NeoScale CryptoStor Tape is a readily deployable, high-speed tape security appliance that compresses, encrypts and digitally signs data as it goes to tape media or virtual tape--without disrupting backup processes. CryptoStor dynamically intercepts backup/restore communications between hosts and tape libraries-centrally managing and fully off-loading tape media security functions. It seamlessly integrates with widely used backup applications and incorporates Global Key Management technology for strong key management and data recovery with the appliance or with a software-only utility.
Approved algorithms (6)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2006-01-19 | Initial | DOMUS |
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: 2006-01-19