Authenex A-Key
Authenex A-Key, from Authenex, Inc., holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #660 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: None
Certificate
| Certificate number | 660 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 3 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip standalone |
| Vendor | Authenex, Inc. · website |
| Hardware versions | P/N AKEY2T0-01, Version 2.0.0 |
| Firmware versions | 3.6.0 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
The Authenex A-Key provides two factor strong authentication for the mobile user, with an embedded suite of applications.
Approved algorithms (4)
Other algorithms
RSA (key wrapping, key establishment methodology provides between 112 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant less than 112 bits of encryption strength)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2006-04-26 | Initial | UL Verification Services, 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 historical
- Validation dates on record: 2006-04-26