NEWARK, Del. - GeorgiaChron -- OpenSSL Corporation announces that OpenSSL 3.1.2 has achieved FIPS 140-3 validation, meeting the latest cryptographic security standards set by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This certification strengthens OpenSSL Library's role in securing government, financial, and healthcare sectors.

The OpenSSL 3.1.2 FIPS Provider has been officially listed under Certificate #4985, valid for five years until March 10, 2030. This certification ensures that organizations leveraging OpenSSL for secure communications, data protection, and compliance-driven encryption can do so with confidence.

Key Features & Enhancements:

• Expanded Cryptographic Algorithm Support – Includes newly validated algorithms that broaden security capabilities.
• Enhanced Security Compliance – Meets the latest FIPS 140-3 standards, ensuring alignment with updated regulatory requirements.
• Industry-Wide Adoption – Strengthens OpenSSL's position as a globally trusted cryptographic library.

Benefits of FIPS 140-3 Compliance:

• Verified Cryptographic Compliance – Ensures adherence to baseline security and operational requirements.
• Regulatory Support – Meets encryption mandates for government, finance, and healthcare sectors.
• Alignment with Updated Standards – Guarantees conformance with evolving security guidelines.
• Broad Industry Adoption – Enables organizations worldwide to deploy a validated, standards-compliant cryptographic library.

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Tim Hudson, President of OpenSSL Corporation, stated: "With OpenSSL 3.1.2 achieving FIPS 140-3 validation, organizations can now confidently deploy a certified cryptographic module that meets the latest security standards. To ensure a smooth transition, we encourage businesses to review their existing deployments, leverage OpenSSL Library's comprehensive documentation, and engage our technical support for seamless integration. Our FIPS rebranding services also offer enterprises the flexibility to obtain validation under their own branding, simplifying regulatory compliance and accelerating secure adoption."

A Word of Appreciation

The OpenSSL Corporation extends its gratitude to NIST CMVP and the broader OpenSSL community for their contributions. This milestone reinforces OpenSSL Corporation's commitment to delivering trusted cryptographic solutions that power secure communications worldwide.

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