Senetas, a global leader in high-assurance network encryption solutions, has announced that its CN Series encryptors have been certified under Malaysia’s Produk Kriptografi Terpercaya Negara (PKTN) scheme. This certification, marking a first for advanced sovereign-grade hardware encryptors, signifies a pivotal advancement in Malaysia’s cybersecurity landscape. The PKTN certification process involves rigorous evaluation, including technical validation and penetration testing, ensuring that cryptographic products meet the highest national standards before deployment in Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII).
The certification of Senetas’ network encryptors under the PKTN scheme confirms their capability to protect highly sensitive government and enterprise communications, aligning with Malaysia’s national security objectives. This development is not merely a technical achievement but a strategic milestone for Malaysia’s digital resilience. The PKTN framework ensures that only cryptographically validated products secure the nation’s critical sectors, such as defence, finance, energy, and telecommunications.
Andrew Wilson, CEO of Senetas, expressed pride in achieving PKTN certification, stating, “This significant milestone demonstrates that our technology meets the nation’s highest standards for trusted cryptography and strengthens our commitment to supporting Malaysia’s digital sovereignty and national security priorities.”
The certification was achieved through collaboration with global distribution partner Thales and Malaysian technology partner NRM Technology Sdn Bhd. This partnership highlights the importance of international and local cooperation in advancing Malaysia’s cybersecurity goals, ensuring the availability of cutting-edge technologies to protect CNII. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, the PKTN framework provides Malaysia with the confidence to defend against current risks and prepare for future challenges in post-quantum cryptography.
