Module Name

Apricorn FIPS 140-2 Encryption System Gen 2

Standard

FIPS 140-2

Status

Active

Sunset Date

6/6/2026

Validation Dates

06/07/2021

Overall Level

2

Caveat

When configured as specified in Section 11.1 of the Security Policy

Security Level Exceptions

• EMI/EMC: Level 3
• Design Assurance: Level 3
• Mitigation of Other Attacks: N/A

Module Type

Hardware

Embodiment

Multi-Chip Embedded

Description

The AFESG2 is a FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validated complete encryption system. Its software-free design allows interface to any host that supports USB and mass storage. All CSPs (PINs, encryption keys, etc.) are protected and never leave the module boundary for improved security. The device supports 1 Admin, 4 Users and offers a variety of features including forced enrollment, programmable brute force, recovery PINs, 7-16 digit PINs, auto lock, read-only modes, and is compatible with Apricorn’s Aegis Configurator. The AFESG2 is used in the Aegis Fortress, Padlock DT FIPS and Padlock SSD.

Tested Configuration(s)

• N/A

FIPS Algorithms

AES	Certs. #C877 and #C1597
CKG	vendor affirmed
DRBG	Cert. #C884
ECDSA	Cert. #C885
KAS	Cert. #C885
SHS	Cert. #C883

Allowed Algorithms

NDRNG

Hardware Versions

P/Ns AFESG2-1 Rev A2, AFESG2-2 Rev A2 and AFESG2-3 Rev A2

Firmware Versions

2.1