F5 Earns Common Criteria Certification for F5 BIG-IP 17.1.0.1
At F5, we’ve always prioritized robust security and are dedicated to delivering products that meet the highest standards. We are excited to announce that F5 BIG-IP 17.1.0.1 has received Common Criteria certification. This certification encompasses several key modules—F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM)+F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM), LTM+BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM), and LTM+F5 BIG-IP SSL Orchestrator—and is applicable across various platforms including F5 rSeries, F5 VELOS, F5 BIG-IP iSeries, F5 VIPRION, and F5 BIG-IP Virtual Edition (VE). This achievement underscores our commitment to supporting the security needs of our public sector customers.
What is Common Criteria and why it matters
The Common Criteria for Information Technology Security Evaluation (Common Criteria) is an internationally recognized framework that standardizes the evaluation of IT security features. Achieving this certification signifies that a product meets stringent security requirements and provides a high level of assurance in its security functionality. For public sector entities, this is particularly crucial, as they operate in environments where robust security measures are a non-negotiable necessity.
What this means for public sector professionals
For public sector professionals, leveraging Common Criteria-certified products offers practical benefits. This certification ensures that these products comply with rigorous government and defense security standards, boosting trust and reliability. Utilizing certified solutions like BIG-IP means that public sector IT infrastructure can rely on proven security functionalities, enhancing the overall security posture and compliance confidence.
Overview of the F5 BIG-IP modules
- BIG-IP LTM manages traffic to optimize application performance and security. It ensures that your applications are fast, secure, and operational at all times.
- BIG-IP APM delivers secure user access through features such as multi-factor authentication and secure remote access, facilitating robust identity and access management.
- BIG_IP AFM is essential for protecting against external threats. It provides advanced firewall capabilities and comprehensive threat management to safeguard your network infrastructure.
- BIG-IP SSL Orchestrator centralizes SSL decryption, enabling thorough traffic inspection by various security tools. This ensures that encrypted threats are effectively identified and mitigated.
Our commitment to security and compliance
At F5, security is at the forefront of our innovation. Achieving Common Criteria certification for BIG-IP 17.1.0.1 adds to our list of recognized security certifications, reinforcing our dedication to maintaining the highest security standards. We are continually striving to enhance our products and secure solutions that meet the evolving needs of our public sector clients.
As Peter Kersten, Vice President of F5’s Public Sector Division, put it: "Achieving Common Criteria certification for BIG-IP 17.1.0.1 is a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing robust and secure solutions for our public sector clients. This certification not only reinforces our dedication to meeting and exceeding stringent security requirements but also underscores the trust and reliability that public sector organizations expect from their technology partners. We are proud to support the mission-critical needs of government agencies and provide them with the confidence that their IT infrastructure is protected by the highest standards of security."
Final thoughts
Our recent Common Criteria certification for BIG-IP 17.1.0.1 signifies an important milestone in our ongoing commitment to security and compliance. This achievement highlights the advanced protection and trust that our solutions offer to public sector professionals.
We invite you to discover more about how our certified solutions can enhance your security posture. Engage with us by attending our upcoming webinars, downloading our whitepapers, or scheduling a demo to see our technology in action.