Protecting Data on the Machine
The data stored in storage spaces such as Mail Boxes, along with other data such as the information registered to the Address Book and password information is stored in the storage of the machine. This data is encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.
Data Saved to the MachineThe machine uses a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip to encrypt confidential information and validate and protect the system for enhanced security.
Machine's Encryption Technology
The machine is equipped with a Canon MFP Security Chip, which conforms to FIPS 140-2 Level 2 of the U.S. government's Federal Information Processing Standard for security. The Canon MFP Security Chip is certified for cryptographic modules based on the Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP) in the U.S. and Canada as well as the Japan Cryptographic Module Validation Program (JCMVP). The cryptographic module certification obtained by the Canon MFP Security Chip certifies that the test object conforms to the prescribed requirements as a result of testing based on prescribed criteria.
The machine generates a 256-bit encryption key based on NIST SP 800-90A, a pseudo-random generation method. The AES algorithm based on FIPS PUB 197 is used for encryption.
Protecting Confidential Information
You can enable TPM to encrypt and securely manage confidential information such as passwords and keys and certificates saved on the machine.
Using TPM to Protect Confidential Information in the MachineDetecting System Tampering
You can enable the system verification function to verify the integrity of the firmware and MEAP applications when the machine is started. In this case, you can also enable the system protection function to prevent the unauthorized modification of programs and the execution of unauthorized programs to enhance system reliability.
[System Verification Settings]IMPORTANT
Encryption of data in storage does not protect against all threats. Be sure to carefully manage your data.
Data cannot be transferred by removing the storage from the machine and installing it to another Canon multifunction machine.
See Also
Deleting All Data
You can reset all settings to their factory settings and clear all stored data including logs. Initialize the machine to prevent access to confidential information and unauthorized use such as when replacing or disposing of the machine.