The FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certification represents a significant advancement in cryptographic security standards. This level of validation includes stringent requirements for tamper-resistance, cryptographic key management, and physical security. It ensures that cryptographic modules can withstand sophisticated attacks while protecting sensitive data.
Building on the foundation of FIPS 140-2, FIPS 140-3 incorporates several key advancements, including alignment with ISO/IEC 19790:2012, ensuring global interoperability and compliance with international standards. Enhanced physical security measures, such as tamper-evident and tamper-resistant mechanisms, provide stronger defences against physical attacks. The new standard also addresses evolving cybersecurity threats with updated cryptographic algorithms, improved key management practices and protection against side-channel attacks. Additionally, FIPS 140-3 allows for modular testing, offering greater flexibility during validation while maintaining robust security.
Recognised globally, FIPS 140-3 Level 3 is trusted by government agencies, defence contractors, financial institutions and healthcare providers to safeguard highly confidential and classified information. This certification also assures compliance with international regulations and standards, such as GDPR and HIPAA, enabling organisations to meet the highest levels of data protection requirements while future-proofing their cryptographic systems.
