Opal Storage Specification
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The Opal Storage Specification is a set of specifications for features of data storage devices (such as disk drives) that enhance their security. For example, it defines a way of encrypting the stored data so that an unauthorized person who gains possession of the device cannot see the data. That is, it is a specification for self-encrypting drives (SED).
The specification is published by the Trusted Computing Group Storage Workgroup.
SSC Overview[]
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The Opal SSC (Security Subsystem Class) is an implementation profile for Storage Devices built to:
- Protect the confidentiality of stored user data against unauthorized access once it leaves the owner's control (involving a power cycle and subsequent deauthentication).
- Enable interoperability between multiple SD vendors.[1]
Functions[]
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The Opal SSC encompasses these functions:
- Security provider support
- Interface communication protocol
- Cryptographic features
- Authentication
- Table management
- Access control and personalization
- Issuance
- SSC discovery
Features[]
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- Security Protocol 1 support
- Security Protocol 2 support
- Communications
- Protocol stack reset commands
Security[]
Radboud University researchers indicated in November 2018 that some hardware encryption, including some Opal implementations, had security vulnerabilities.[2]
Implementers of SSC[]
Device Companies[]
- Hitachi
- Intel Corporation[3]
- Kingston Technology[4]
- Lenovo[5]
- Micron Technology[6]
- Samsung[7]
- SanDisk[8]
- Seagate Technology[9][10]
- Toshiba[11][12][13]
Storage Controller Companies[]
Software companies[]
- Absolute Software[16]
- Check Point Software Technologies[17]
- [18]
- [19]
- McAfee[20]
- Secude [21]
- [22]
- Sophos[23]
- Symantec[24] (Symantec supports OPAL drives, but does not support hardware-based encryption.)[25]
- Trend Micro[26]
- WinMagic[27]
Computer OEMs[]
References[]
- ^ TCG Storage Security Subsystem Class: Opal Specification Version 2.01 Revision 1.00. Trusted Computing Group, Incorporated. 05 August 2015. Retrieved 2019-11-22.
- ^ Meijer, Carlo; van Gastel, Bernard. "Self-encrypting deception: weaknesses in the encryption of solid state drives (SSDs)" (PDF). Radboud University. Radboud University. Retrieved November 5, 2018.
- ^ "Intel® SSD Pro 1500 Series (M.2): Specs". Intel.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Solid State Hard Drives for Business". Kingston.com. 2017-03-05. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ Clain Anderson (2011-02-16). "Opal – More than a Semi-Precious Stone | Lenovo". Blog.lenovo.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Micron Technology, Inc. - Full SSD Part Catalog". Micron.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Samsung V-NAND SSD". Samsung.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2014-08-03. Retrieved 2014-08-02.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^ "News". Seagate. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Full Disk Encryption Software, Hard Drives, SSDs & Whole Disk". WinMagic. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Fujitsu Develops HDD Security Technology based on Opal SSC Standards - Fujitsu Global". Fujitsu.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Specialty | TOSHIBA Storage & Electronic Devices Solutions Company | Americas". Storage.toshiba.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Specialty | TOSHIBA Storage & Electronic Devices Solutions Company | Americas". Storage.toshiba.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Marvell Technology Group Ltd". Marvell.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2013-08-08. Retrieved 2013-08-01.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^ "Self-Healing Endpoint Security". Absolute. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Industry-Leading Cyber Security Keeps Networks, Data Centers, Mobile Devices & Endpoints One Step Ahead | Check Point Software". Checkpoint.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Data Security | Dell United States". Dell.com. 2017-04-26. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2012-02-09. Retrieved 2012-01-14.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^ "McAfee Corporate KB - KB75045". Kc.mcafee.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2012-01-26. Retrieved 2012-01-14.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^ "Comprehensive Data Encryption and Protection Solutions - SecureDrive". Softexinc.com. 2014-06-20. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Full Disk Encryption | Always-On, Multi-Platform Enterprise Encryption Synchronizes Devices, Hard Drives, Removable Media, BitLocker, and Cloud Storage Protection in Real-Time". Sophos.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Endpoint Encryption Powered by PGP Technology". Symantec.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2017-09-25. Retrieved 2016-02-03.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^ "Data Protection – Endpoint and Gateway Suites | Trend Micro". Us.trendmicro.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Full Disk Encryption Software, Hard Drives, SSDs & Whole Disk". WinMagic. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Dell Official Site | Dell United States". Dell.com. 2017-04-26. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Laptop Computers, Desktops, Printers and more | HP® Official Site". Hp.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ [1] Archived 2008-08-28 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Fujitsu News Updates - Fujitsu UK". Fujitsu.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Panasonic Toughpad | Rugged Tablet | Toughpad". Panasonic.com. 2015-10-27. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
- ^ "Rugged Notebooks, Tablets, Handhelds and Laptops from". Getac.com. Retrieved 2017-05-03.
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