SafeNet CGX (Crypto Graphic eXtensions) Library
SafeNet CGX (Crypto Graphic eXtensions) Library, from SafeNet, Inc., holds FIPS 140-1 certificate #92 at overall level 1. 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: For services provided by the FIPS-Approved algorithms listed [in the description column]
Certificate
| Certificate number | 92 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-1 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 1 |
| Module type | Software |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip standalone |
| Vendor | SafeNet, Inc. · website |
| Software versions | v1.14, v1.15 and v1.16 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
The SafeNet CGX (Crypto Graphic eXtensions) cryptographic module is used in the SafeNet product line including S/Speed, S/Smart, S/Soft, PCI Card as well as the ADSP 2141 Safenet/DSP.
Security level exceptions
- EMI/EMC: Level 3
- Software Security: Level 3
- Self Tests: Level 4
- Operating System Security: Tested as meeting Level 1 when using Windows95/98, WindowsNT Workstation 4.0 w/ SP 3 or later (single-user mode).
Approved algorithms (2)
| Algorithm | CAVP certificates |
|---|---|
| DSA/SHA-1 | |
| Triple-DES | 11 |
Other algorithms
DES (Cert. #72); RC5; MD2; MD5; HMAC-SHA-1; HMAC-MD5; RIPEMD-128; RIPEMD-160; RSA; Diffie-Hellman (key agreement)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2000-04-07 | Initial | UL Verification Services, Inc. |
| 2000-11-20 | Update | |
| 2002-07-02 | Update | |
| 2004-10-19 | Update |
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: 2000-04-07, 2000-11-20, 2002-07-02, 2004-10-19