Kyocera Document Solutions Inc. has announced that the integrated circuit (IC) developed by Kyocera primarily for use in A4 MFPs and printers has obtained certification under the information security standard "FIPS 140-3," established by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

FIPS 140-3 specifies advanced information security requirements for the design and implementation of cryptographic modules and is widely adopted as a standard in groups requiring extremely high levels of information protection, such as government agencies, financial institutions and medical organizations.

In response to the growing importance of information security, Kyocera has been committed to strengthening its cryptographic technologies to provide products that customers can use with confidence.

With this certification, Kyocera demonstrates that its cryptographic technology meets the rigorous, internationally recognized information security standards necessary to appropriately protect highly confidential information.

Kyocera will continue to actively incorporate the latest security technologies and contribute to creating a safe and secure office environment for its customers.