Lexar sent out a press release earlier today, announcing its new FIPS validated USB flash drive. Available in 2GB and 4GB capacities, the JumpDrive Solo Vault offers security features such as 256-bit AES encryption and a FIPS-approved algorithm for securely deleting files.
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Lexar Media, a leading global provider of memory products for digital media, today introduced Lexar JumpDrive Solo Vault, a FIPS validated USB personal storage device. The high-speed USB flash drive is a standalone portable drive that offers advanced 256-bit AES encryption with Federal Information Processing Standard 140-2 Level 1 (FIPS 140-2) certified security software that requires no centralized management. The complete out-of-the-box solution offers tamper-proof data security-ideal for organizations working with sensitive materials, such as health care and insurance institutions, government agencies, and banks as well as small- to medium-sized businesses.

FIPS-Certified Security Protects Critical Data Lexar JumpDrive Solo Vault utilizes one of the world's most secure and proven software encryption algorithms. Notably, the device's standards-based 256-bit AES encryption is distinguished with FIPS 140-2 certification, the definitive testing standard for any hardware used by the United States Military, as well as other departments and agencies of the Federal Government. All FIPS 140-2 certified memory devices must adhere to a rigorous set of standards and conditions.

No word on pricing or availability. If you'd like to read more, Lexar's entire press release can be found here.