Axis Communications has announced its first network security device with an embedded discrete secure element validated to FIPS 140-3 Standard Level 3.
With the introduction of AXIS Q1809-LE Bullet Camera last month, Axis is delivering on its promise to provide FIPS 140-3 Level 3-compliant products under the Federal Information Processing Standards.
Axis customers in government and critical infrastructure can now be assured that their devices live up to the security levels defined by the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
The FIPS 140-3 standard specifies security requirements for cryptographic modules that process and ensure the confidentiality and integrity of data.
Even organisations that are not required to comply with the high FIPS standards will benefit as they can also be confident that their systems are interoperable and will meet long-term security requirements.
“Customers need to be confident that Axis devices ensure long-term cybersecurity and meet the latest requirements such as FIPS 140-compliance,” said Johan Paulsson, Chief Technology Officer, Axis Communications. “Axis approach to cybersecurity is to provide device protection throughout the device lifecycle, from start to beyond the point of purchase.
“Through AXIS OS software updates, customers can benefit from newly introduced features and improved protection throughout the device’s lifetime.”
FIPS Government security accreditation
The FIPS certification demonstrates that devices have passed stringent and rigorous testing procedures, meeting the highest standard set for encryption algorithms and data protection.
The FIPS cryptography standard program is a benchmark in US government data security and is globally recognised. Organisations use the FIPS 140-3 standard to ensure that the hardware they select meets specific security thresholds.
FIPS 140-3 certification assesses four levels of security. At Level 3, the certification adds requirements for physical tamper-resistance and identity-based authentication.
The embedded discrete secure element, EdgeLock SE052F, is from NXP Semiconductors, a world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications and known for its trusted security solutions, including securing today’s smartphones, bank cards and passports.
The future: More Axis devices protected from the inside out
Going forward, Axis will continue to expand its range of FIPS 140-3 certified devices by embedding the new secure element in all its upcoming network products.
FIPS 140-3-compliance will be available for use cases ranging from surveillance to business optimisation (through analytics), to access control, and audio.
Ongoing investment in a portfolio equipped with industry-standard cryptographic computing modules is part of a multi-layer Axis strategy.
Secure storage and computing of cryptographic keys is just one component of the hardware-based cybersecurity platform Axis Edge Vault.
Axis Edge Vault also includes features like secure boot, and the IEEE 802.1AR-compliant Axis device ID that verifies the identity and authenticity of Axis devices.
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