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VA Technical Reference Model v 25.2

PAM-PKCS11 Linux Module
PAM-PKCS11 Linux Module Technology

General Information

Technologies must be operated and maintained in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. More information on the proper use of the TRM can be found on the TRM Proper Use Tab/Section.

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Description: This Linux-PAM login module technology allows a X.509 certificate based user login. The certificate and its dedicated private key are thereby accessed by means of an appropriate PKCS#11 module. This technology is for the verification of the users` certificates, locally stored CA certificates as well as either online or locally accessible CRLs are used.

Please refer to the OpenSC Initial Product Review (IPR) in the `Reference` tab for more information regarding utilities and libraries that support cryptographic operations and security applications for smart cards.
Technology/Standard Usage Requirements: Users must ensure their use of this technology/standard is consistent with VA policies and standards, including, but not limited to, VA Handbooks 6102 and 6500; VA Directives 6004, 6513, and 6517; and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards, including Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). Users must ensure sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. Prior to use of this technology, users should check with their supervisor, Information Security Officer (ISO), Facility Chief Information Officer (CIO), or local Office of Information and Technology (OI&T) representative to ensure that all actions are consistent with current VA policies and procedures prior to implementation.
Section 508 Information: This technology has not been assessed by the Section 508 Office. The Implementer of this technology has the responsibility to ensure the version deployed is 508-compliant. Section 508 compliance may be reviewed by the Section 508 Office and appropriate remedial action required if necessary. For additional information or assistance regarding Section 508, please contact the Section 508 Office at Section508@va.gov.
Decision: View Decisions
Decision Source: TRM Mgmt Group
Decision Process: One-VA TRM v25.2
Decision Date: 02/12/2025 at 01:27:56 UTC
Introduced By: TRM Request
Vendor Name: OpenSC (Smart Card)
- The information contained on this page is accurate as of the Decision Date (02/12/2025 at 01:27:56 UTC).