At DSEI in London last week, Thales unveiled the Datacryptor Model 5 (DCM5) – an advanced cryptographic device aimed at enabling government departments to combat the evolving quantum threat.
Building on the proven Datacryptor range, with which it is backward compatible, DCM5 offers seamless integration with existing assets and is future-proofed for the quantum computing revolution and the massive expansion of threats in the cyber domain. It will provide complete control over sovereign algorithms and ensure national ownership of critical cryptographic capabilities. Key features include:
- Sovereign Control: Customer-defined cryptography at hardware and software levels.
- Global Interoperability: Secure use across multiple nations with mutually agreed algorithms.
- Quantum-Ready: Smooth transition to post-quantum algorithms without hardware replacement.
- Certified Protection: Designed to meet UK CAPS High Grade and FIPS 140-3 Level 3 standards.
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Described by the company as a “pivotal capability,” DCM5 represents a serious attempt to safeguard extremely sensitive data in a hugely threatened and vulnerable arena. Control of cryptography at the hardware level ensures sovereignty, resilience and long-term operational assurance. Thales states it already has an initial customer for the device.
