FIPS 186-2 Transition
If your FIPS 140-2 module includes any FIPS 186-2 algorithms (other than signature verification), then you may be one of the 100+ modules bumped to the CMVP’s historical list (aka …
KeyPair FIPS Cert. #3503 updated
The KeyPair FIPS Object Module for OpenSSL (FIPS 140-2 Cert. #3503) now includes CentOS 6, CentOS 7, and Ubuntu 18.04 as Tested Configurations. This FIPS module provides FIPS 186-4 RSA …
FIPS 140-3 timeline
FIPS 140-3 is now published on the Federal Register. The important dates of interest with additional details follow: FIPS 140-3 is effective September 22, 2019. This is likely the earliest …
CMVP queue post shutdown
After the US government shutdown at the end of 2018 / beginning of 2019, the CMVP queue of FIPS 140-2 reports is in better shape than it was after the …
FIPS 140-2 Cert. Report for 2018
We’ve done the work consolidating the data into graphs to show the FIPS 140-2 program performance for 2018. Also included in the report are five-year trending graphs. FIPS Cert Stats …
CVE Got Your FIPS Module?
Q: I need to apply a fix to my FIPS 140-2 module to address a CVE. What process do I follow to maintain my FIPS 140-2 certificate? The Implementation Guidance for …
OpenSSL FIPS Module w/new Tested Configurations
KeyPair Consulting achieved FIPS 140-2 Cert. #3220 (which is a rebrand of the OpenSSL FIPS Object Module 2.0 SE Cert. #2398) with the addition of these new Tested Configurations: Android …
You Have Your FIPS Certificate. Now What?
Many years ago, I purchased my first new vehicle, a Dodge Ram Club Cab named “Big Red.” That truck allowed me to pack in students from my youth group, help …
What’s in a Logo?
When you start your own company, everything is exciting… especially the process of creating your identity. Here are some fun facts about the logo we selected for KeyPair Consulting: Since …
“FIPS 140-2 Inside” Paper
Sure, you are wise to include a previously validated FIPS 140-2 cryptographic module in your product, but are you adding value for your customers or causing procurement delays? In our …