PrivateServer
PrivateServer, from ARX (Algorithmic Research), holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #781 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 | 781 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 3 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip standalone |
| Vendor | ARX (Algorithmic Research) · website |
| Hardware versions | 4.0 |
| Firmware versions | 4.2 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
The PrivateServer is a high-performance cryptographic service provider. The PrivateServer performs high-speed cryptographic operations while protecting sensitive data. Its features include DES, Triple-DES, AES, DES-MAC, Triple-DES-MAC, RSA, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-512, public key database and certificate support, authenticated and encrypted communication with the module, secure storage of secret/private keys, software key medium and smartcard support, tamper-responsive enclosure, high level API requiring no cryptographic expertise, in-depth logging and auditing, and secure backup capabilities.
Approved algorithms (6)
Other algorithms
DES; DES MAC; DES Stream; MD5; ISO9796; ARDFP; RSA (key wrapping; key establishment methodology provides 80 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2007-06-14 | Initial | CYGNACOM SOLUTIONS 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: 2007-06-14