DPA countermeasures to strengthen the security of Idaho Scientific
anti-tamper solutions
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Rambus
Inc. (NASDAQ:RMBS) today announced it has signed an agreement with
Idaho Scientific, LLC to license its Differential Power Analysis (DPA)
countermeasures for use in Idaho Scientific's security IP Cores for
FPGAs and defense ASICs. Through this agreement, Idaho Scientific's
customers, which include many of the world's largest defense
contractors, will gain access to advanced DPA countermeasures,
safeguarding the data integrity of applications requiring a high level
of security.
"By incorporating Rambus' technology into our IP cores, we provide our
customers access to premier solutions that are immune to DPA attacks,"
said Dale Reese, president of Idaho Scientific. "The Rambus DPA
countermeasures enhance the efficiencies of our FPGA and ASIC encryption
cores, which are especially critical to our aerospace and defense
customers."
DPA countermeasures, developed by Rambus Cryptography Research, consist
of a broad range of software, hardware, and protocol techniques that
protect devices from side-channel attacks. DPA is a type of side-channel
attack that monitors variations in the electrical power consumption or
electro-magnetic emissions from a target device. These measurements can
then be used to obtain cryptographic keys and other sensitive
information from semiconductors.
"Today's leading aerospace and defense companies are looking for
solutions to counter the increasing threat of side-channel attacks,"
said Dr. Martin Scott, general manager of the Rambus Security Division.
"Broader and faster adoption of DPA countermeasures in the FPGA
ecosystem will ensure that components are insulated from these types of
vulnerabilities. Idaho Scientific has the ability to rapidly deliver
solutions based on our DPA countermeasures that will bring significant
benefits to the industries they serve, where safety and security are a
top priority."
About Rambus Security Division
The Rambus Security Division is dedicated to providing a secure
foundation for a connected world. Integrating technologies from
Cryptography Research, Bell ID and Ecebs, our innovative solutions span
areas including tamper resistance, content and media protection, network
security, mobile payment, smart ticketing, and trusted transaction
services. Our technologies protect nearly nine billion licensed products
annually, providing secure access to data and creating an economy of
digital trust between our customers and their customer base. Additional
information is available at rambus.com/security.
About Rambus Inc.
Rambus creates cutting-edge semiconductor and IP products, spanning
memory and interfaces to security, smart sensors and lighting. Our
chips, customizable IP cores, architecture licenses, tools, services,
software, training and innovations improve the competitive advantage of
our customers. We collaborate with the industry, partnering with leading
ASIC and SoC designers, foundries, IP developers, EDA companies and
validation labs. Our products are integrated into tens of billions of
devices and systems, powering and securing diverse applications,
including Big Data, Internet of Things (IoT), mobile, consumer and media
platforms. At Rambus, we are makers of better. For more information,
visit rambus.com.
About Idaho Scientific, LLC.
Idaho Scientific is a provider of security, cryptography, and
anti-tamper IP cores to many of the world's largest defense contractors.
The threats facing our nations tactical and critical infrastructure
evolve rapidly. To combat these threats, Idaho Scientific maintains
cutting edge research through internal and government sponsored
programs. The technologies developed under these efforts are matured,
tested, and deployed within our nation's most critical systems. In
addition to IP offerings, Idaho Scientific provides anti-tamper and
cyber security engineering services. As subject matter experts, Idaho
Scientific works with customers to evaluate system vulnerabilities,
design countermeasures, and deploy solutions. For more information,
visit www.idahoscientific.com.
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Source: Rambus Inc.
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