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Lightware’s Taurus Platform Enhances Cybersecurity with New FIPS 140-2 NIST-Certified Crypto Core Models

Lightware offers signal management solutions for the AV industry, enabling secure control, distribution, and monitoring of video and audio signals using USB, USB-C, and HDMI connectivity, empowering over 30 countries.

Lightware has announced new variants of its Taurus product family, featuring FIPS 140-2-validated encryption modules. These devices are designed to meet stringent security standards, providing secure and efficient AV and IT connectivity for critical sectors like government, defense, finance, and healthcare.

The launch coincides with Cybersecurity Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of robust security solutions. By integrating FIPS 140-2 encryption, Lightware aims to address evolving cybersecurity threats and compliance needs, ensuring data integrity and protection in high-security environments.

Lake Orion MI, 18h November 2024 – Last month marked the 21st anniversary of the Cybersecurity Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of cybersecurity across private and public sectors. The initiative, driven by CISA and its partner NCA, aims to increase overall awareness about cybersecurity best practices and to empower individuals and organizations to improve their security.

Lightware, a global leader in signal management solutions, announces the release of new variants of its Taurus product family, now featuring the FIPS 140-2-validated Lightware Crypto Cores (LCC).

Available in the US, Canada, UK and the EU, this latest enhancement underscores Lightware’s commitment to providing high-security solutions designed to meet the stringent requirements of sensitive industries such as government, defense, finance, and healthcare.

The FIPS 140-2 standard, developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), sets forth strict security requirements for cryptographic modules. The new Taurus models come with FIPS 140-2 crypto modules inside that are fully compliant with this federal standard. By handling secure key management, data integrity, data-at-rest encryption, and secure communications through a trusted implementation it offers validated cryptographic protection to safeguard sensitive data across AV and IT networks.

Enhancing Secure, Reliable Connectivity for Federal and Military Environments

Lightware’s Taurus product family, now equipped with FIPS 140-2 validated encryption, provides a secure and efficient solution for operational and mission-critical environments. Designed to meet the stringent security requirements of federal and military applications, Taurus devices offer robust USB-C and HDMI connectivity,

enabling seamless, single-cable transmission of video, audio, control signals, and power. With this enhanced security layer, government and defense personnel can seamlessly and securely connect devices, streamlining operations and safeguarding sensitive data. The Taurus platform is built for a variety of settings, including large and small meeting rooms, operation rooms, conference spaces, and command and control facilities. The popular Taurus UCX 4×3-HC40 is also available and tested to NATO TEMPEST SDIP 27 Level B.

Key Features of Lightware’s Taurus devices with FIPS 140-2-Validated modules:

Lightware’s new Taurus variants, now featuring FIPS 140-2-validated Crypto Cores, are designed to meet the most stringent standards for data security, delivering unparalleled protection and compliance assurance. Lightware Crypto Core handles secure key management, data integrity, data-at-rest encryption, and secure communications through a trusted implementation certified by an independent laboratory.

With these advanced encryption capabilities, Taurus devices ensure that sensitive data is securely transmitted, making them ideal for critical sectors such as government, healthcare, and finance, where preventing unauthorized data access is essential. Seamlessly integrating into existing systems, the Taurus devices allow organizations to enhance their security measures without compromising performance, offering peace of mind for high-security environments.

“As we observe Cyber Security Awareness Month, we’re proud to introduce our new FIPS 140-2-validated Taurus models.” said Clint Hoffman, President and CEO of Lightware Americas, adding “these devices reflect our commitment to providing the highest levels of security, helping our customers stay ahead of evolving threats while ensuring compliance with critical standards.”

Lightware’s Taurus FIPS 140-2-enabled devices are available for order now, ready for shipping immediately. The new variants are available in the US, Canada, UK and the EU.

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