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KIV-79 Mode 5 Micro-IFF Crypto Appliqué

Compact. Secure. Mission-Ready.

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Viasat’s new KIV-79, an addition to our other Low Size Weight and Power (SWaP) cryptographic systems, provides NSA certified cryptographic services for Mark XIIA Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) Mode 5 Transponders in a small form factor suitable for UAVs and other small platforms.

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  • NSA Type-1 certified SECRET for IFF Mode 5 interrogator and transponder functions
  • Uses 100% commercial off-the-shelf hardware
  • Programmable and software-upgradeable algorithms, key management, and security functions
  • AIMS 04-900A Option B interface compatible
  • Complete PSIAM™ cryptographic system module
  • Ability to encrypt/decrypt interrogator/transponder
    packet by packet
  • Key loading using the existing SKL Profile
  • Field-replaceable battery
  • Battery replacement period greater than 7 years
  • Fully field-upgradeable software

We offer security, simplified. With 24/7 customer support, our dedicated team of experts is available around the clock to lend a hand with installation and integration, sustainment of Viasat products and networks, and more.

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The KIV-79 is available from Viasat in partnership with R Cubed Engineering.

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KIV-79 datasheet
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BEYOND Encryption buying guide
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BEYOND Encryption customer support guide
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Beyond Encryption
Transitioning to next-generation hardware
Why transition now?
  • Rapid advances in computing and cryptanalysis are reshaping the threat landscape.
  • Long-deployed high-assurance hardware faces growing risk as adversary capabilities evolve.
  • Proactive modernization is essential to protect U.S. and allied classified communications.
Establishing a foundation for continuous threat resistance
  • Transition legacy high-assurance encryption devices to next-generation hardware platforms.
  • Enable incremental NSA-driven upgrades on a path toward future-ready cryptography.
  • Extended operational lifespan while maintaining mission assurance.
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