Viasat products that we offer

Embedded security solutions

Intelligent, programmable Type 1 cryptographic security

Viasat’s embeddable security modules protect Top-Secret and below data and communications by providing flexible, affordable, accredited cryptography for a wide range of government and military applications, including:

Encryption Capabilities:

These modules support various encryption algorithms to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of data transmitted over networks. This is essential for protecting sensitive information.

Secure Communications:

The modules enable secure voice and data communications, ensuring that information shared between devices remains protected from interception and unauthorized access.

Integration Flexibility:

Designed to be embeddable, these security modules can be integrated into a wide range of devices, including routers, communication terminals, and edge devices, allowing various platform compatibility.

Authentication Mechanisms:

They often incorporate strong authentication methods to verify the identity of users and devices, helping to prevent unauthorized access.

Robust Security Protocols:

Support for established security protocols, such as AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), TLS (Transport Layer Security), and others, to facilitate secure data exchanges over different mediums.

Firmware Updates and Management

Viasat's solutions may include capabilities for remote management and firmware updates to keep security measures up to date and address emerging threats.

Compliance:

These modules comply with various regulatory and industry standards, such as FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards), to meet governmental and organizational security requirements.

Versatile Applications:

While primarily designed for defense applications, these security modules may also find use in other sectors such as telecommunications, transportation, and commercial aviation where secure communications are vital.

Threat Detection and Mitigation:

Some modules may integrate threat detection mechanisms to identify and respond to potential cyber threats in real time.

Applications of Viasat’s Embeddable Security Modules

Military Communications: Used in secure military communications systems to protect sensitive operational data.

Satellite Communications: Providing secure connections for satellite-based services, ensuring that the data remains safe from interception.

Internet of Things (IoT): Validating and protecting data in IoT devices used in various industries, enhancing overall cybersecurity.

Critical Infrastructure: Securing communications in sectors such as utilities, transportation, and healthcare to protect against cyber threats.

Tactical unmanned systems.

Handheld communications.

Weaponized platforms.

Sensor networks.

Data At Rest (DAR) encryption solutions

Protecting your most valuable and sensitive data where you are most vulnerable

Designed to secure the highest level of sensitive data for platforms and applications in militaries and governments and other entities in the public or private sectors.

Millions of computers are lost or stolen every year. Protecting valuable data is more important than ever. The Viasat DAR product range includes evaluated, encrypted solid state drives (SSDs) and hard disk drives (HDDs), utilising hardware encryption for the highest level of security for End User Devices (EUDs) within the public and private sectors.

Purpose and Functionality:

Data Protection: The primary aim of DAR encryption solutions is to safeguard sensitive information from unauthorized access, theft, and breaches. This is especially critical in sectors such as defense, government, healthcare, and finance.

Compliance: Viasat’s DAR encryption solutions help organizations meet regulatory requirements related to data protection, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and various defense-related standards.

Encryption Technology:

Strong Encryption Algorithms: Viasat typically utilizes Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) and other robust cryptographic algorithms to ensure high security for data at rest.

Key Management: Effective key management solutions are integral to DAR encryption, ensuring that encryption keys are protected and managed properly.

Deployment:

Hardware and Software: Viasat’s solutions may involve deploying both hardware and software components to provide comprehensive encryption for stored data across different platforms, including databases, servers, and storage devices.

Integration: The solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing IT infrastructure, making it easier for organizations to implement encryption without significant disruption.

User Roles and Policies:

Access Controls: Viasat’s solutions typically include features to enforce access controls, ensuring that only authorized personnel can access sensitive data.

Audit Trails: Advanced logging and audit capabilities help organizations monitor access and changes to encrypted data, which is vital for security and compliance audits.

Scalability and Performance:

Scalability: Viasat’s DAR encryption solutions are designed to scale with organizational needs, accommodating increasing volumes of data as companies grow.

Performance Optimization: The solutions are engineered to minimize impact on system performance while maintaining the effectiveness of encryption, ensuring that operations remain efficient.

Applications:

Military and Defense: Protecting sensitive military and defense data from espionage or cyberattacks is a crucial application of Viasat’s DAR encryption solutions.

Enterprise Solutions: Businesses in various sectors can leverage DAR encryption to protect proprietary data, customer information, and intellectual property.

Viasat's Data-at-Rest encryption solutions provide vital protection for sensitive information stored within organizations, enabling compliance and securing data against unauthorized access. With a focus on robust encryption technology, key management, and seamless integration into existing systems, these solutions are applicable in various high-stakes sectors, including defense, healthcare, and finance. As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, effective DAR encryption remains essential for organizations seeking to safeguard their digital assets.