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[05-22-2008] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.13 Instructions for completing a FIPS 140-2 Validation Certificate

[01-24-2008] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Implementation Guidance:

  • 7.7 Key Establishment and Key Entry and Output

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.2 Completion of a test report: Information that must be provided to NIST and CSEC
    • Added reference to CMVP comments document.
  • G.8 Revalidation Requirements
    • Added reference to the CMVP FAQ in change scenario 1.

[01-16-2008] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.13 Instructions for completing a FIPS 140-2 Validation Certificate
  • 1.8 Listing of DES Implementations
  • 7.1 Acceptable Key Establishment Protocols
  • 9.4 Cryptographic Algorithm Tests for SHS Algorithms and Higher Cryptographic Algorithms Using SHS Algorithms

[01-16-2008] FIPS 140-2 Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Techniques [ PDF ] has been updated.

[12-18-2007] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

Symmetric Key - Encryption, Number 1:
Recommendation for Block Cipher Modes of Operation: Galois/Counter Mode (GCM) and GMAC - Added

[12-18-2007] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Implementation Guidance:

  • 1.13 CAVP Requirements for Vendor Affirmation of NIST SP 800-38D

[11-16-2007] -- Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [PDF] has been updated.

New Implementation Guidance

  • 7.6 RNGs: Seeds, Seed Keys and Date/Time Vectors

[11-15-2007] -- CAVP release of CAVS - CAVS6.0

On November 14, 2007, the CAVP released a new version of CAVS - CAVS6.0 which adds testing for NIST SP 800-90 Deterministic Random Bit Generators.

A transition period of three months ending on February 15, 2008 addresses the impact to newly received FIPS 140-2 module test reports and the relationship to FIPS 140-2 IG 1.12.

During the transition period, new FIPS 140-2 module test reports received which implement SP 800-90 RNGs may operate the RNG in an Approved FIPS mode for key generation with reference to an issued CAVP SP 800-90 algorithm validation certificate, or vendor affirmation as indicated in FIPS 140-2 IG 1.12. The certificate annotation is provided in FIPS 140-2 IG G.13 and below:

  • If reference to a CAVP algorithm certificate, the certificate entry would be: RNG (Cert. #nnn)
  • If reference to FIPS 140-2 IG 1.12, the certificate entry would be: RNG (SP 800-90, vendor affirmed)

New FIPS 140-2 IG G.8 Scenario 3 and 5 module test reports received from CMT Laboratories after the transition period which implement SP 800-90 RNGs operating in an Approved FIPS mode for key generation shall reference a CAVP RNG algorithm certificate. At the end of the transition period, FIPS 140-2 IG 1.12 will be for reference only.

The CMVP will also review special conditions on a case-by-case basis.

[11-08-2007] -- Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [PDF] has been updated.

Updated Implementation Guidance

  • G.2 Completion of a test report: Information that must be provided to NIST and CSEC
    • Added clarification on output type of draft certificate.

[10-18-2007] -- URL links were updated in the following documents:

  • FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [PDF]
  • FIPS 140-2 Annex C: Approved Random Number Generators [PDF]
  • FIPS 140-2 Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Technigues [PDF]
  • Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [PDF]
  • CMVP FAQ

[07-26-2007] -- Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [PDF] has been updated.

  • Minor editorial updates.

[07-03-2007] -- Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [PDF] has been updated.

New Implementation Guidance

  • 14.3 Logical Diagram for Software, Firmware and Hybrid Modules

[06-28-2007] -- Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [PDF] has been updated.

New Implementation Guidance

  • G.13 Instructions for completing a FIPS 140-2 Validation Certificate

[06-26-2007] -- Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [PDF] has been updated.

Updated Implementation Guidance

  • G.8 Revalidation Requirements
    • Additional guidelines for determining <30% change for Scenario 3.
  • 7.1 Acceptable Key Establishment Protocols
    • Updated to reflect the publishing of NIST SP 800-56A.

[06-26-2007] -- FIPS 140-2 Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Techniques [PDF] has been updated.

Symmetric Key Establishment Techniques:
Removed reference to FIPS 171. FIPS 171 was withdrawn February 08, 2005.

Asymmetric Key Establishment Techniques, Number 2:
Added references for additional schemes in FIPS 140-2 IG Section 7.1.

[06-22-2007] -- Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [PDF] has been updated.

Updated Implementation Guidance

  • G.2 Completion of a test report: Information that must be provided to NIST and CSEC
    • Editorial changes for clarification.
  • G.8 Revalidation Requirements
    • Editorial changes for clarification.

[06-21-2007] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Implementation Guidance:

  • 1.11 CAVP Requirements for Vendor Affirmation of NIST SP 800-56A
  • 1.12 CAVP Requirements for Vendor Affirmation of NIST SP 800-90

[06-14-2007] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • 3.1 Authorized Roles
    • Updated to reference hashing and RNG services

[06-14-2007] FIPS 140-2 Annex B: Approved Protection Profiles [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated document links. Added Protection Profile for Single-level Operating Systems in Environments Requiring Medium Robustness, Version 1.91.

[03-19-2007] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • Updated references to revision of NIST SP 800-57

[03-19-2007] FIPS 140-2 Annex C: Approved Random Number Generators [ PDF ] has been updated

Deterministic Random Number Generators, Number 6:
Recommendation for Random Number Generation Using Deterministic Random Bit Generators (Revised) - Updated to revised document.

[03-19-2007] FIPS 140-2 Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Techniques[ PDF ] has been updated

Asymmetric Key Establishment Techniques, Number 1:
Recommendation for Pair-Wise Key Establishment Schemes Using Discrete Logarithm Cryptography (Revised) - Updated to revised document.

[02-26-2007] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • 7.4 Zeroization of Power-Up Test Keys
    • Clarified text regarding Section 4.9.1 test keys

[01-26-2007] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Implementation Guidance:

  • G.12 Post-Validation Inquiries

[01-25-2007] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Implementation Guidance:

  • 1.10 Vendor Affirmation of Cryptographic Security Methods

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.8 Revalidation Requirements
    • Scenario 2, 1st paragraph clarification update.
  • 7.5 Strength of Key Establishment Methods
    • Updated text on the calculation of key strength.

[01-24-2007] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

Random Number Generators, Number 1:
Annex C: Approved Random Number Generators for FIPS 140-2, Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules - Updated reference document date

[01-24-2007] FIPS 140-2 Annex C: Approved Random Number Generators [ PDF ] has been updated

Deterministic Random Number Generators, Number 6:
Recommendation for Random Number Generation Using Deterministic Random Bit Generators - Added

[01-24-2007] FIPS 140-2 Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Techniques [ PDF ] has been updated

Asymmetric Key Establishment Techniques, Number 1:
Recommendation for Pair-Wise Key Establishment Schemes Using Discrete Logarithm Cryptography - Added

[10-05-2006] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Implementation Guidance:

  • 1.9 Definition and Requirements of an Hybrid Cryptographic Module

[09-27-2006] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.8 Revalidation Requirements
    • New revalidation scenario: No change to module but update of security relevant service or function.

[05-05-2006] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.2 Completion of a test report: Information that must be provided to NIST and CSEC
    • Additional file to include and new NIST and CSEC e-mail contact information.

[04-07-2006] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.2 Completion of a test report: Information that must be provided to NIST and CSEC
    • Added reference to include PIV Card Application certificate reference if applicable to the draft certificate.

[04-03-2006] Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

CMAC

National Institute of Standards and Technology, Recommendation for Block Cipher Modes of Operation: The CMAC Mode for Authentication, Special Publication 800-38B, May 2005.

[03-23-2006] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.2 Completion of a test report: Information that must be provided to NIST and CSEC
    • Updated NIST contact.
  • G.5 Maintaining validation compliance of software or firmware cryptographic modules
    • Added exception for vendor recompilation.

[12-01-2005] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Implementation Guidance:

  • 1.8 Listing of DES Implementations
  • 7.5 Strength of Key Establishment Methods

[11-17-2005] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.2 Completion of a test report: Information that must be provided to NIST and CSEC
    • Updated NIST contact.

[09-12-2005] Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Techniques [ PDF ] has been updated

Information regarding allowed asymmetric key establishment methods moved to FIPS 140-2 IG 7.1.

[09-12-2005] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Implementation Guidance:

  • G.11 Testing using Emulators and Simulators
  • 1.6 Use of Non-NIST-Recommended Asymmetric Key Sizes and Elliptic Curves
  • 1.7 Multiple Approved Modes of Operation
  • 5.2 Testing Tamper Evident Seals
  • 7.4 Zeroization of Power-Up Test Keys

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.1 Request for Guidance from the CMVP
  • 1.2 FIPS Approved Mode of Operation
  • 7.1 Acceptable Key Establishment Protocols
  • 7.2 Use of IEEE 802.11i Key Derivation Protocols

[07-25-2005] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.2 Completion of a test report: Information that must be provided to NIST and CSEC
    • Updated CSEC contact.

[06-30-2005] FIPS 140-2 Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Techniques [ PDF ] has been updated

Clarification regarding the use of asymmetric keys for key wrapping as a key transport method for key establishment.

[05-19-2005] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

DES and Triple-DES

National Institute of Standards and Technology, Recommendation for the Triple Data Encryption Algorithm (TDEA) Block Cipher, Special Publication 800-67, May 2004.

[01-31-2005] FIPS 140-2 Annex C: Approved Random Number Generators [ PDF ] has been updated

NIST-Recommended Random Number Generator Based on ANSI X9.31 Appendix A.2.4 Using the 3-Key Triple DES and AES Algorithms added.

[01-21-2005] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Implementation Guidance:

  • 6.4 Approved Integrity Techniques
  • 7.2 Use of IEEE 802.11i Key Derivation Protocols
  • 7.3 Use of other Core Symmetric Algorithms in ANSI X9.31 RNG

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.1 Implementation guidance requests to NIST and CSEC
    • Updated NIST and CSEC contacts.
  • G.2 Completion of a test report: Information that must be provided to NIST and CSEC
    • Updated CSEC contact. Change requirements for signature page.
  • G.3 Partial Validations and Not Applicable Areas of FIPS 140-2
    • Added guidance regarding Not Applicable Areas.
  • G.5 Maintaining validation compliance of software or firmware cryptographic modules
    • Clarified the distinct actions a vendor or user may affirm compliance.
  • G.8 re-validation Requirements
    • Added Regression Test Suite and clarifications.

[11-04-2004] FIPS 140-2 Annex B: Approved Protection Profiles [ PDF ] has been updated

URL links for Approved protection profiles updated.

[09-23-2004] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

Message Authentication

National Institute of Standards and Technology, Recommendation for BlockCipher Modes of Operation: The CCM Mode for Authentication and Confidentiality, Special Publication 800-38C, May 2004. [ PDF ]

[09-22-2004] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • 9.1 Known Answer Test for Keyed Hashing Algorithm (updated)
    • Removed requirement that a KAT must be implemented for every HMAC.

[08-19-2004] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New and Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.5 Maintaining validation compliance of software or firmware cryptographic modules (updated)
    • Added references to firmware modules.
  • 1.5 Validation Testing of SHS Algorithms and Higher Cryptographic Algorithm Using SHS Algorithms (new)
  • 7.1 Acceptable Key Establishment Protocols (updated)
    • Added reference to password-based key establishment protocols.
  • 9.1 Known Answer Test for Keyed Hashing Algorithm (updated)
    • Added references to HMAC-SHA-224, HMAC-SHA-256, HMAC-SHA-384 and HMAC-SHA-512.
  • 9.2 Known Answer Test for Embedded Cryptographic Algorithms (updated)
    • Additional comment regarding SHA-1 within the FIPS 186-2 RNG.
  • 9.4 Cryptographic Algorithm Tests for SHS Algorithms and Higher Cryptographic Algorithms Using SHS Algorithms (new)

[08-18-2004] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

Asymmetric Key

DSA, RSA and ECDSA
National Institute of Standards and Technology, Digital Signature Standard (DSS), Federal Information Processing Standards Publication 186-2 with Change Notice 1, October 05, 2001.
Updated reference to include Change Notice 1.

RSA Laboratories, PKCS#1 v2.1: RSA Cryptography Standard, June 14, 2002.
Updated to reflect CMVP FAQ Section 6 entry "What is the status of PKCS#1?".

[07-26-2004] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New and Updated Implementation Guidance:

  • G.1 Implementation guidance requests to NIST and CSEC (updated)
    • Distribution of CMT Lab guidance to all CMT Labs.
  • G.5 Maintaining validation compliance of software cryptographic modules (updated)
    • Addition of compliance caveat.
  • 1.4 Use of Cryptographic Algorithm Validation Certificates (new)
    • A transition period for conformance to IG 1.4 will end October 29, 2004. The CMVP will also review special conditions on a case-by-case basis.

[05-13-2004] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

Hashing

Secure Hash Standard (SHA-1, SHA-224, SHA-256, SHA-384 and SHA-512)
National Institute of Standards and Technology, Secure Hash Standard, Federal Information Processing Standards Publication 180-2 with Change Notice 1, February 25, 2004. SHA-224 added as a reference.

[04-28-2004] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Guidance

  • 1.3 Firmware Designation

[03-29-2004] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Guidance

  • G.10 Physical Security Testing for Re-validation from FIPS 140-1 to FIPS 140-2
  • 6.3 Correction to Common Criteria Requirements on Operating System

[03-24-2004] The Derived Test Requirements [DTR] for FIPS PUB 140-2, Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules [ PDF ] has been updated

Details can be found in the Change Notices section of the DTR. DTR Change Notice 5.

[03-24-2004] The Derived Test Requirements [DTR] for FIPS PUB 140-2, Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules [ PDF ] has been updated

Details can be found in the Change Notices section of the DTR. DTR Change Notice 4.

[03-15-2004] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Guidance

  • 1.2 FIPS Approved Mode of Operation

[03-11-2004] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

Hashing

Secure Hash Standard (SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384 and SHA-512)
National Institute of Standards and Technology, Secure Hash Standard, Federal Information Processing Standards Publication 180-2, August 01, 2002.

Random Number Generators

Annex C: Approved Random Number Generators
National Institute of Standards and Technology, Annex C: Approved Random Number Generators for FIPS 140-2, Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules, March 17, 2003.

[03-11-2004] [12-03-2002] FIPS PUB 140-2, Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules [ PDF ] has been updated

Change Notices 2, 3 and 4 have been added. Change Notices 2, 3 and 4 will be mandatory for all modules submitted to NIST and CSEC for FIPS 140-2 validation after June 04, 2004. For Change Notice 2, the CMT Laboratories will begin performing validation testing of the FIPS-approved Random Number Generators.

During the transition period prior to June 04, 2004, the following requirements are applicable:

  • Change Notice 2: FIPS PUB 140-2 Section 4.9.1, Power-Up Tests: Statistical random number generator tests are not required and will not be tested. The additional changes specified by Change Notice 2 are not mandatory until June 04, 2004. For example, the RNG KAT will not be required until after the transition period.
  • Change Notice 3: Until such time a FIPS-approved key agreement method is available, there is no pair-wise consistency test required for key agreement. When a FIPS-approved key agreement method is available, the FIPS 140-2 conditional test requirements will be developed.
  • Change Notice 4: Clarification.

Details can be found in the Change Notices section of the standard.

[03-02-2004] The Derived Test Requirements [DTR] for FIPS PUB 140-2, Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules [ PDF ] has been updated

Details can be found in the Change Notices section of the DTR.

[02-27-2004] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Guidance

  • 1.1 Cryptographic Module Name

[02-23-2004] FIPS 140-2 Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Techniques [ PDF ] has been updated

MQV and EC MQV added as Asymmetric Key Establishment Techniques for use in a FIPS Approved mode.

[02-10-2004] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

New Guidance

  • 5.1 Opacity and Probing of Cryptographic Modules with Fans, Ventilation Holes or Slits at Level 2
  • 7.1 Acceptable Key Establishment Protocols
  • 9.1 Known Answer Test for Keyed Hashing Algorithm
  • 9.2 Known Answer Test for Embedded Cryptographic Algorithms
  • 9.3 KAT for Algorithms used in an Integrity Test Technique

[01-09-2004] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

G.1 Implementation guidance requests to NIST and CSEC
Personnel change.

G.2 Completion of a test report
Requirements for submission of documents and termination of initial review.

[12-16-2003] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [PDF ] has been updated

Removed Asymmetric Key references to ANSI X9.31-1998 and ANSI X 9.62-1998.
These are referenced FIPS 186-2.

[09-11-2003] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

6.2 Applicability of Operational Environment Requirements to JAVA Smart Cards updated for clarity.

[08-28-2003] FIPS 140-2 Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Techniques [ PDF ] has been updated

Clarification of Asymmetric Key Establishment Techniques for use in a FIPS Approved mode.

[08-21-2003] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

G.1 and G.2 NIST CMVP contacts changed.

[08-06-2003] Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-2 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] has been updated

G.5 Maintaining validation compliance of software cryptographic modules

Software modules that require any source code modifications to be recompiled and ported to another General Purpose Computer (GPC) or operational environment must be reviewed by a CMT laboratory and revalidated per IG G.8 (1) [non-security relevant changes].

The effective date for the modified guidance is September 15, 2003.

[07-02-2003] FIPS 140-2 Annex B: Approved Protection Profiles [ PDF ] has been updated

URL link for CAPP updated.

[05-29-2003] A modification has been made to the NIST CMVP FIPS 140-1 and FIPS 140-2 Validation listings.

Bookmarking has been added within each list for each individual certificate. Either while browsing the list, or by link from another web page, one can easily navigate directly to a single certificate entry. If browsing the list, simply append #nnn (where nnn is the 1-3 digit certificate number) to the link, hit enter, and you will go directly to the certificate number.If referencing from another web page, an example syntax would be: http://csrc.nist.gov/cryptval/140-1/140val-all.htm#nnn

[05-20-2003] Vendor Product Link

A cryptographic module may either be a component of a product, or a standalone product. NIST directs user inquiries to cryptographic module vendors to determine specific products that use a validated cryptographic module. Typically there are a large number of security products available that use every validated cryptographic module.

While the CMVP cannot maintain a list of vendor products that utilize an embedded validated cryptographic module, we would like to provide potential users and customers a way to find information on these products. Therefore we have added an optional 2nd URL below the Certificate link on each validation list entry. The 1st URL is the traditional link to the cryptographic module vendor's home page. It is intended that the 2nd URL would link to a vendor provided product page that contains a concise listing of those vendor products that use the validated cryptographic module or, if the module is a standalone product, additional pertinent information.

Providing a direct link for a user or customer to locate products that use validated cryptographic modules should make it easier for users and customers to deploy solutions with validated modules.

The directed link is vendor maintained and optional. NIST and the CMVP do not endorse the views expressed or the facts presented at the directed link. Further, NIST and the CMVP do not endorse any commercial products that may be advertised or available at the directed link.

[05-20-2003] FIPS 140-2 Annex D: Approved Key Establishment Techniques [ PDF ] has been updated

Reference to FIPS 171 added for symmetric keys.

[03-17-2003] FIPS 140-2 Annex C: Approved Random Number Generators [ PDF ] has been updated

Reference to ANSI X9.31-1998 - Appendix A changed to ANSI X9.31-1998 - Appendix A.2.4.

[02-19-2003] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

NIST Special Publication 800-38A reference added.

[02-12-2003] The Derived Test Requirements [DTR] for FIPS PUB 140-2, Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules [ PDF ] has been updated

Details can be found in the Change Notices section of the DTR.

[12-02-2002] FIPS 140-2 Annex B: Approved Protection Profiles [ PDF ] has been updated

URL links updated.

[05-26-2002] As of May 26, 2002, NIST and CSEC will only accept validation test reports for cryptographic modules against FIPS 140-2 and the FIPS 140-2 DTR.

[05-13-2002] FIPS 140-2 Annex A: Approved Security Functions [ PDF ] has been updated

FIPS 197 (AES) and FIPS 198 (HMAC) have been added.

[04-17-2002] The Cryptographic Module Validation Program FIPS 140-1 and FIPS 140-2 Modules In Process List is now available.

Module In Process List

[01-10-2002] FIPS 140-2 Annex C: Approved Random Number Generators [ PDF ] and Implementation Guidance for FIPS PUB 140-1 and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program [ PDF ] have been updated

ANSI X9.62-1998 Annex A.4 PRNG has been added as FIPS Approved.

CMVP Symposium 2004

Presentations and Photos Available
(go to Agenda page and select PDF and [photo] links)

CMVP Symposium 2002

Presentations and Photos Available
(go to Agenda page and select PDF and [photo] links)