Microsoft Mobile platform earns critical security certifications
Common Criteria awards, nod from Defense Dept. signify ability to meet mission-critical government security requirements
Washington, DC, March 14, 2008 — Microsoft Federal today announced the addition of two critical security certifications to its Windows Mobile operating system. Windows Mobile 5.0 with Messaging and Security Feature Pack, and Windows Mobile 6 operating systems were awarded Common Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level 2+ (EAL2+).
Separately, the U.S. Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) announced it has approved Windows Mobile® for secure wireless e-mail throughout the Department of Defense (DoD). These milestones offer independent validation of Microsoft’s commitment to assist governments and enterprises in meeting the ever-increasing security demands for mobile devices accessing sensitive data on information networks.
Both accreditations will help mobile U.S. government personnel become more productive and effective while accessing mission-critical data, including for example, Common Operational Picture software for combat and reconnaissance missions; Battlefield Medical Triage; Logistics and supply chain support, and more.
"Windows Mobile offers an extension to agency infrastructure investments, and these important security certifications create additional value to the technology investments government organizations have already made," said Randy Siegel, Enterprise Mobility Strategist, Microsoft Federal. "For instance, customers can be assured that their mobile email is sent and received in a secure manner, and that mobile access to back-end systems is just as secure and protected as on their desktop."
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