The Gemalto IDSS Security Response team recently identified a vulnerability in ProtectServer 2 firmware. We are committed to ensuring you are protected against known security issues, and consistently monitor for any security and vulnerability issues. Description: Recent reported vulnerabilities in ProtectServer HSM firmware could allow an attacker unauthorized access to the ProtectServer HSM…
Thales ProtectServer 2 HSMs Now FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated with Firmware v5.06.01
We are happy to announce the Thales ProtectServer 2 HSMs are now FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated with Firmware Version 5.06.01 (CMVP Certificate # 4179). Thales is committed to ensuring the highest security and compliance by protecting all encryption keys in FIPS 140-2 Level 3 since it is the industry…
ProtectServer 3 HSM Family Now with FIPS Validated Firmware as a Factory Configuration
We are excited to announce the ProtectServer 3 HSM Family is now available with FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated firmware as a factory orderable configuration. Previously our customers required downloading the firmware separately through the Thales Support Portal. Now Thales customers can order directly from the factory with the FIPS…
ProtectToolkit (PTK) 7.2.0 Now Available
Thales is pleased to announce that PTK 7.2.0 is now available for our customers using ProtectServer 3 HSMs. Note – Thales recommends using a client and firmware with matching minor version numbers. PTK 7.2.0 matches with ProtectServer 3 HSM Firmware 7.02.00. New Features and Enhancements ProtectTookit 7.2.0 & FW 7.02.00…
Factory Configuration for ProtectServer 3 HSM Family Now Updated with New FIPS Validated Firmware version 7.01.01
We are excited to announce that a new firmware version 7.01.01 for the ProtectServer 3 HSM Family is now FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated. The same is now also available as factory orderable configuration. Thales customers can now choose to order the following parts to get a FIPS validated firmware…
Thales ProtectServer 3 HSMs –PTK 7.2.1/FW 7.02.01 is now available and FW 7.01.02 is now FIPS validated
We are pleased to share that ProtectToolkit (PTK) 7.2.1/FW 7.02.01 is now available. This release introduces new operating system platforms and resolves various known issues. We encourage customers to review the full list of updates at Thales Docs. The new client software, firmware, and the appliance image can be downloaded…
Thales ProtectServer 3 HSMs – PTK 7.3.0/FW 7.03.00 now available
We are pleased to share that ProtectToolkit (PTK) 7.3.0/FW 7.03.00 is now available. With this release, ProtectServer 3 HSMs are transitioning from FIPS 140-2 to FIPS 140-3 compliance. FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validation is still pending; however, with the new firmware version 7.03.00 and onwards, ProtectServer 3 HSMs will conform…
Thales ProtectServer 3 HSMs – PTK 7.2.3/FW 7.02.03 is now available
We are pleased to share that ProtectToolkit (PTK) 7.2.3/FW 7.02.03 is now available. This release introduces a new tool for migrating keys from ProtectServer 2 to ProtectServer 3 HSMs, as well as several other improvements and resolves various issues. New Features and Enhancements PTK 7.2.3/FW 7.02.03 introduces several new features: …
Thales ProtectServer 3 HSMs – New PIN Pad Now Available
We are pleased to share the new PCI PTS 5.x certified PIN pad is available to allow entry of Keys from Components. The PIN pad requires firmware and software to be updated to the latest release, ProtectServer 3 HSM firmware version 7.02.04 and appliance software version 7.2.4, which can be…
ProtectServer 2 Gains FIPS certification
The ProtectServer 2 has now been certified by NIST as meeting the FIPS 140-2 Level 3 standards for a hardware security module. The certification can be viewed at the following NIST website URL: http://csrc.nist.gov/groups/STM/cmvp/documents/140-1/1401val2015.htm#2434
