Infineon launched the world's first TPM security chip with firmware update using post quantum encryption technology

     Quantum computing will have a significant impact on network security and threaten the confidentiality of encrypted data and the integrity of digital signatures. In order to meet these challenges, Infineon Technology Co., Ltd. launched a new OPTIMA TPM (Trusted Platform Module) SLB 9672, aiming to further improve the security of the system. The TPM chip adopts the firmware update mechanism based on the post quantum encryption technology (that is, the hash based signature algorithm XMSS), which is a forward-looking security solution.

     This mechanism can resist attacks launched by hackers using quantum computers and protect firmware from damage. At the same time, its firmware upgrade mode against quantum computing can ensure long-term availability of equipment. OPTIMA TPM SLB 9672 is a standardized solution that can be used out of the box without installation. It can effectively protect the security of PCs, servers and networking devices, prevent illegal access, verify software status, and protect the integrity and confidentiality of static and in transit data.

     The OPTIMA TPM SLB 9672 is a new product of Infineon's OPTIMA TPM series security chip, and is also the first TPM in the industry to use post quantum cryptography (PQC) for firmware update. The key length is 256 bits. With this powerful and reliable update mechanism, OPTIMA TPM SLB 9672 can upgrade the firmware even when the standard algorithm is no longer trusted. In addition, the TPM chip has a fault protection function, which can eliminate the impact of firmware damage, thus improving computing performance. For example, its built-in fault protection function can successfully repair the TPM firmware according to the NIST SP 800-193 Platform Firmware Protection Recovery Specification.

     This TPM chip also integrates an extended nonvolatile memory to store additional certificates and encryption keys. Its security assessment and certification shall be carried out by independent agencies in accordance with relevant requirements of International Common Criteria (CC) and Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). This new TPM chip also fully complies with the requirements of Trusted Computing Group (TCG) (TPM 2.0 standard version 1.59), and has been certified according to the latest TPM 2.0 standard.

     OPTIMA TPM SLB 9672 is a standardized trusted platform module, equipped with various tools (software/evaluation board) to support product design, and can be easily integrated with host software. It can also support the latest versions of Windows and Linux systems, and can operate stably in a wide temperature range from - 40 ° C to 105 ° C. Infineon promises that the service life of OPTIMA TPM SLB 9672 can reach at least 10 years. The company will provide customized technical support and maintenance services for customers through Infineon Security Partner Network (ISPN). This commitment allows customers to continue to use TPM chips with confidence and obtain the unique technical support of Infineon.