National Institute of Standards and Technology Awards Sigaba FIPS Security Certifications; Sigaba Security Library Certified for Government-Wide Use on Federal Computer Systems.

SAN MATEO, Calif. -- Sigaba, the leading provider of security software infrastructure and solutions, today announced it has extended its FIPS-certified Sigaba Security Library with three newly-awarded certifications. The National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Computer Security Division (CSD) has awarded Sigaba the following certifications for its Sigaba Security Library, Version 1.2.14:

-- Secure Hash Standard (SHS) - FIPS 180-2

-- Random Number Generators (RNG) - FIPS 186-2

-- Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) - FIPS 186-2

Sigaba's solutions for secure email, instant messaging, document delivery and mobile devices exclusively use the Sigaba Security Library for cryptographic operations, ensuring these FIPS certifications cover all current and future product suites.

"In order for government agencies to properly secure their Information Technology systems, they must leverage standards-based products that have passed a stringent testing process," said Edwin Miller, president and CEO, Sigaba. "Serving as the key testing and standardization organization within government, NIST certifications carry additional weight and credibility. Sigaba is focused on continuing to ensure that our solutions meet the high criteria levels set by NIST - these FIPS certifications reinforce our commitment."

NIST develops Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) when there are compelling Federal government requirements, such as for security and interoperability, and there are no acceptable industry standards or solutions. To earn FIPS certifications, products undergo rigorous testing by an accredited independent lab that satisfies the government's high standards.

"Through this rigorous, independent government-sponsored FIPS testing and certification process, our customers are assured that every Sigaba solution is of the highest quality," Miller said. "In addition, Sigaba is the only platform based upon open and next-generation industry standards, such as federated authentication, ensuring our customers receive investment protection and a rapid Return on Investment (ROI)."

Sigaba's solutions are tested and certified to provide the strongest level of security with the highest level of scalability and audit capabilities. Information regarding Sigaba's FIPS certifications can be found at these NIST websites:

SHS: http://csrc.nist.gov/cryptval/shs/shaval.htm#479

RNG: http://csrc.nist.gov/cryptval/rng/rngval.html#206

ECDSA: http://csrc.nist.gov/cryptval/dss/ecdsaval.html#29

ABOUT SIGABA

Sigaba provides patented security infrastructure solutions that enable industry and government to exchange information securely with their colleagues, customers, partners and constituents. The standards-based SigabaNet platform takes the complexity out of strong encryption and enables organizations to easily authenticate users across federated environments. The result is a unique way to separately encrypt sensitive data in order to mitigate risks while strengthening relationships, improving efficiencies and safeguarding intellectual property. Sigaba's technology is used by government organizations and businesses to secure the world's most critical information. Sigaba is headquartered in San Mateo, California with sales offices in Reston, Virginia; San Diego, California; Chicago, Denver, and New York. Sigaba takes its name from the SIGABA encryption machine used by the United States during WWII - it was the only device of its kind never compromised by the enemy. For more information visit www.sigaba.com.

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