- Check Point Software Technologies (CHKP, Financial) secures Common Criteria EAL4+ certification for Quantum Firewall Software R82.
- The certification supports deployments in over 30 nations, enhancing Check Point's market position.
- This achievement bolsters Check Point's standing in high-security sectors such as government and defense.
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP) has been awarded the Common Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level 4+ (EAL4+) certification for its latest Quantum Firewall Software R82. This achievement has been granted by the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) and independently evaluated by TÃœV Informationstechnik GmbH.
The certification encompasses critical components of the R82 platform, namely the Security Gateway, Security Management, and M Maestro Orchestrator Hyperscale Network configurations. EAL4+ is the highest level widely accepted for commercial technologies, allowing for implementation across more than 30 countries under the Common Criteria Recognition Arrangement (CCRA) and the European SOGIS Mutual Recognition Agreement.
The rigorous evaluation process, which includes augmented requirements such as ALC_FLR.1 for flaw remediation and AVA_VAN.4 for vulnerability analysis, underscores the robustness of Check Point's security measures. This validation is crucial for industries requiring stringent security compliance, including government, defense, and critical infrastructure sectors.
With this certification, Check Point is well-positioned to expand its presence in highly regulated markets and participate in restricted tenders where certification is a decisive factor, thus broadening its market opportunities in sectors prioritizing top-tier security measures.
For more detailed information on the R82 TOE and official certification documentation, you can visit Check Point's Common Criteria Certifications here.
