iSTAR eX Controller
iSTAR eX Controller, from Software House, holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #922 at overall level 2. 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 | 922 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 2 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip standalone |
| Vendor | Software House · website |
| Hardware versions | STAREX004W-64 |
| Firmware versions | 4.1.1.12045 |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
The iSTAR eX controller is a security door controller which is connected to at least one card reader and a door. The iSTAR eX controller works from a database stored internally in memory for determining access privilege of an individual. When a card is swiped by a reader the data goes to the iSTAR eX controller. The controller then sends a notify message to the access database to determine if access is allowed. If access is granted then the iSTAR eX controller sends an open command back to the door and access is granted. If access is not granted the door remains closed and locked.
Approved algorithms (4)
Other algorithms
RSA (key wrapping; key establishment methodology provides 80 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2008-02-29 | Initial | ICSA |
| 2008-03-07 | Update | |
| 2011-02-10 | 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: 2008-02-29, 2008-03-07, 2011-02-10