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New ContributorMAX10 Bitstreams Authentication
Hello,
We want to evaluate the use of MAX10 FPGA to support authentication and security features in a new design, based on an existing platform.
We reviewed the MAX10 Configuration User Guide, specifically Section 2.2.2 (Configuration Design Security), and would appreciate further clarification on the following points:
- Could you elaborate on the recommended external system-level control components mentioned for implementing authentication, considering that MAX10 devices do not include native bitstream authentication?
- What are the suggested approaches or architectures for implementing authentication using soft IP within the MAX10?
- Are there any reference designs available that demonstrate such an implementation (e.g., combining external components with internal soft IP)?
- Can you provide more details about the authentication-related soft IP referenced in the documentation?
- Additionally, are you aware of any third-party solutions or vendors that provide suitable authentication IP compatible with MAX10?
Regards,
Shlomi.
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Farabi_AlteraRegular Contributor
Hello,
You may want to refer this link : https://docs.altera.com/r/docs/683865/current/max-10-fpga-configuration-user-guide/configuration-design-security
1- MAX10 dont support design authentication. It only supports design encryption.
2- It is recommended to use product line like Stratix10, Agilex7, Agilex5 or Agilex3 devices if you want to implement design authentication.
Agilex7 design authentication: https://www.intel.com/programmable/technical-pdfs/683823.pdf
regards,
Farabi
- Shlomi
Thank you Farabi.
- Are there any reference designs available that demonstrate such an implementation (e.g., combining external components with internal soft IP)?
- Can you provide more details about the authentication-related soft IP referenced in the documentation?
- Additionally, are you aware of any third-party solutions or vendors that provide suitable authentication IP compatible with MAX10?
Regards,
Shlomi.
- Farabi_Altera
Hello Shlomi,
You may refer to this whitepaper : https://www.intel.com/content/dam/www/public/us/en/documents/solution-briefs/fpga-based-security-solutions.pdf
regards,
Farabi
