PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The SecureSwitch(R) Dual Network Switch, Model #5000600 TOE is a mechanical switch assembly that controls the connections to two separate networks. The TOE provides the capability to connect to only one of the networks at any given time, and prevents crosstalk, or bleed-over, from one network to the other. The TOE consists of two separate mechanical switches connected with a non-metallic bar that prevents both switches from being either open or closed at the same time. One switch must be open and one closed. The housing of the TOE is also non-metallic to prevent conduction of any signal between the two separate networks. Additionally, internal to the TOE, each of the switch mechanisms is encased in a composite copper/iron shielding to prevent any electromagnetic coupling of the two networks. The non-metallic housing of the TOE is assembled with tamper-resistant screws to reduce the possibility of a user from gaining physical access to the composite copper/iron shielding, switches, and internal wiring.

SECURITY EVALUATION SUMMARY

The evaluation was carried out in accordance to the Common Criteria Evaluation and Validation Scheme (CCEVS). The purpose of the evaluation was to demonstrate that the SecureSwitch(R) Dual Network Switch, Model #5000600 TOE meets the security requirements of the Security Target. The TOE was evaluated against Evaluation Assurance Level 4 (EAL4) requirements according to the Common Criteria for Information Technology Security Evaluation, Version 2.1 The evaluation methodology used by the evaluation team to conduct the evaluation is the Common Methodology for Information Technology Security Evaluation, Version 1.0. A validator on behalf of the CCEVS Validation Body monitored the evaluation carried out by COACT, Inc. The evaluation was completed on October 31, 2001. The results of the evaluation can be found in the Common Criteria Evaluation and Validation Scheme Validation Report, Market Central, Inc. SecureSwitch(R) Dual Network Switch Model #5000600, dated October 31, 2001.

ENVIRONMENTAL STRENGTHS

The SecureSwitch(R) Dual Network Switch, Model #5000600 TOE provides a set of inverse switches that is mechanically controlled. When a switch is closed for one network connector, allowing electronic signals to flow through the switch to that network connector, the inverse switch is open for the other network connector, preventing any flow of signals through the switch to that network connector. In addition, the TOE provides separation between connections, which prevents crosstalk or bleed-over, from one network to the other.

SecureSwitch(R) is a registered trademark of Market Central, Incorporated, 500 Business Center Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-1333.

Vendor Information

Market Central, Inc.
412.494.2800
412.494.5550 (Fax)
mctech@mctech.com

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