Kingston Digital Europe Co LLP, a flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, is pleased to announce that its renowned Kingston IronKey™ Vault Privacy 50 series hardware-encrypted USB drives have successfully obtained the prestigious SySS Pen Test Certificate. This certification further strengthens the enterprise security credentials of the IronKey product line, assuring customers of its robust protection against potential vulnerabilities and unauthorised access.

SySS, an internationally recognised penetration testing and security consulting company, conducted rigorous and comprehensive assessments on the Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50 series. The goal was to evaluate its resistance to various attack vectors and ascertain its overall security profile. After a thorough examination, the IronKey Vault Privacy 50 series passed the drive-level attack suites, proving its reliability and high level of enterprise-grade security.

The SySS Pen Test Certificate reaffirms Kingston's commitment to delivering solutions that meet stringent security requirements. By obtaining this certification, Kingston demonstrates its dedication to offering customers top-tier data protection, especially when working with sensitive information in portable storage devices.

"The attainment of the SySS Pen Test Certificate for our Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50 series hardware-encrypted USB drives is a testament to Kingston's unwavering focus on enterprise data security," said Oscar Escayola Kaloudis, Flash Business Manager, Kingston EMEA. "This certification validates the meticulous testing and strict security measures we apply to our products, providing customers with peace of mind and confidence in their data protection strategies. The VP50 series with enterprise-grade security is already FIPS 197 certified and complements our line-up of FIPS 140-3 Level 3 pending drives, such as the Kingston IronKey Keypad 200 Hardware-encrypted USB Flash Drive, which provide the highest military-grade data protection."

Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50 series (IKVP50 for USB Type-A and IKVP50C for USB Type-C®1) features hardware-based encryption and built-in protection that safeguards data from unauthorised access. The series boasts high-performance speeds, rugged durability, and FIPS 197 certification, making it an ideal choice for professionals, enterprises, and organisations seeking enterprise-grade data security. The SySS Pen Test Certification reinforces Kingston’s position as a trusted provider of secure storage solutions in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

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