Cryptography Research and Fairchild Semiconductor Sign Patent License Agreement for DPA Countermeasures
April 08 2014 - 4:30PM
Business Wire
Cryptography Research, Inc. (CRI), a division of Rambus Inc.
(NASDAQ:RMBS), and Fairchild Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:
FCS) today announced they have signed a patent license agreement
allowing for the use of CRI’s patented inventions in Fairchild’s
integrated circuits. With CRI’s patented technology,
Fairchild’s tamper-resistant integrated circuits are more securely
protected against differential power analysis (DPA) and related
attacks. This license also covers software developed by
Fairchild’s customers when utilized on Fairchild’s licensed
integrated circuits.
“In today’s market, protection against power analysis attacks is
becoming essential and this agreement enables us to provide our
customers with strong security across all of our product lines,”
said Dan Godbout, Marketing Director at Fairchild Semiconductor.
“The DPA countermeasures technology developed by Cryptography
Research is integral to the robust security solutions we are
developing to protect our customers against tampering and other
attacks.”
“Fairchild Semiconductor is a leading global supplier of high
performance power management and mobile semiconductor products and
we are proud to count them among our licensees,” said Pankaj
Rohatgi, technical director at Cryptography Research. “DPA
countermeasures are crucial to securing electronic systems and we
are excited about furthering the adoption and integration of our
technology into Fairchild’s anti-tamper integrated circuit
solutions.“
DPA is a form of attack that involves monitoring the fluctuating
electrical power consumption of a target device and then using
advanced statistical methods to derive cryptographic keys and other
secrets. Strong countermeasures to DPA help protect
tamper-resistant products used in applications such as banking, pay
television, mass transit, secure ID, and wireless
telecommunications. Cryptography Research has developed a portfolio
of over 70 issued patents covering countermeasures to DPA attacks,
with additional patent applications allowed or pending.
For additional information on DPA Countermeasures or on
Cryptography Research visit cryptography.com.
About Fairchild Semiconductor:
Fairchild has a rich history as a pioneer in the semiconductor
industry and that pioneering spirit endures today. In an era where
diversity can dilute focus and hamper innovation, we specialize in
the development and manufacturing of a complete portfolio of low-
to high-power solutions for the mobile, industrial, cloud,
automotive, lighting, and computing industries. Fairchild is one of
the most reliable partners in the industry, offering the shortest
time from concept to silicon, expert FAEs for customer support, and
a flexible, multi-source supply chain. Our vision is clear –
anticipate the power efficiencies demanded by tomorrow’s electronic
products and deliver an amazing design experience. Please contact
us on the web at fairchildsemi.com.
About Cryptography Research, Inc.
Cryptography Research, Inc. (CRI), a division of Rambus Inc., is
a leader in semiconductor security research and development.
Established by internationally renowned cryptographer Paul Kocher,
CRI develops and licenses innovative technologies in areas
including tamper resistance, content protection,
anti-counterfeiting, network security, and financial services. Over
seven billion security products are made each year under license
from CRI. Security systems designed by CRI scientists and engineers
protect hundreds of billions of dollars in commerce annually.
Additional information is available at cryptography.com.
for Cryptography Research, Inc.MSLGROUPSam Katzen,
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