Science & Technology
Science and Technology
Science and Technology
Tue, January 27, 2009
Safend: Safend Achieves Common Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level 2 for Sensitive Data Protection and Reaches Key Stage in FIP
PHILADELPHIA, PA--(Marketwire - January 27, 2009) - [ Safend ], a leading provider of endpoint [ data protection solutions ], today announced that the Safend Solution has received Common Criteria (CC) certification at Evaluation Assurance Level 2 (EAL 2) after evaluation by the Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC). The company also announced that the Safend Solution has advanced to the Coordination stage for FIPS 140-2 (Federal Processing Standards Publication) Validation by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the U.S. and by the Communications Security Establishment in Canada (CSEC).
"In today's crowded marketplace, governments and private sector companies alike are forced to choose amongst an array of solutions for securing and encrypting their sensitive data," said Gil Sever, CEO of Safend. "Certifications such as FIPS and Common Criteria provide prospective buyers with the extra level of validation necessary to know they are getting a data protection solution that has been extensively tested and proven. We are proud that the Safend Solution continues to move along seamlessly through the FIPS evaluation process and we remain committed to continuing to work with additional standards bodies to further establish Safend as the most reliable and trusted endpoint data protection provider in the industry."
FIPS 140-2 specifies the security requirements for cryptographic modules used to protect sensitive information. FIPS 140-2 validation is required by most Government departments, including the Department of Defense, to protect the integrity of files that cross their networks and is also valued by companies in the healthcare, financial and manufacturing markets. By achieving Coordination status, Safend has moved to the fourth step of a five-step process for final FIPS certification. The Safend Solution is expected to achieve full FIPS certification by Q2 2009.
"At e-Convergence Solutions, we work with a large government customer base where third-party validation is a necessity; when we select solution providers to partner with, it is essential for us to know that their technologies are backed up by more than just marketing claims," said Joseph Heinzen, president at e-Convergence Solutions, a national technology distributor that works with VARs and systems integrators. "Safend's commitment to achieving FIPS and Common Criteria certifications is further proof that the company's data protection solutions are the most comprehensive and secure in the industry, making it easy to recommend Safend to our clients."
Common Criteria is an internationally approved set of security standards that ensures a clear and reliable evaluation of the security capabilities of information technology products. By providing an independent assessment of a product's ability to meet established security standards, Common Criteria offers a level of confidence for security-conscious government customers. The Common Criteria certification at EAL 2 validates that the Safend Solution satisfies all of the functional requirements stated in the documentation submitted. SAIC, an independent laboratory, conducted the evaluation and monitored it on behalf of the Common Criteria Evaluation Validation Body (CCEVS).
"Common Criteria certification ensures organizations in the government and commercial industries that certified solutions have been stringently tested to meet strict guidelines and standards," said Jon Crotty, security research analyst at IDC. "Data leakage prevention is an important part of any organizations' IT infrastructure and is a top concern for management worldwide. Common Criteria certification promises organizations looking to deploy an endpoint security solution to protect company data, like Safend Protector, with the validation and confidence they need to make the best technology decision."
About Safend
Safend is a leading provider of endpoint data protection solutions that protect against corporate data loss by offering comprehensive solutions for data encryption and port and device control. The Safend Suite encrypts internal and external hard drives, removable storage and CD/DVDs and provides granular control over all physical, wireless and removable media devices, ensuring compliance with regulatory data security and privacy standards. With more than 1,200 customers worldwide and 1.7 million licenses sold, Safend's solutions are deployed by multinational enterprises, government agencies and small to mid-size companies across the globe. Founded in 2003, Safend is a privately held company funded by Elron Electronics (
