Final Interpretation for RI # 32 - Strength of Function Analysis in ASE_TSS

Date: 10/15/2000
Subject: Strength of Function Analysis in ASE_TSS
CC Part #1 Reference: CC Part 1, Annex C
CC Part #2 Reference: 
CC Part #3 Reference: CC Part 3, Section 5.8 (ASE_TSS)
CEM Reference: 

Issue:

There appears to be an inconsistency between CC Part 1 (paragraph 217) and CC Part 3 (ASE_TSS.1.10.C) as to whether a strength of function analysis has to be provided in the ST.



Interpretation

The intent was not that an analysis of strength of TOE security function be required in an ST.

Specific Changes

CC Part 1, paragraph 217a)3) where it states:

"A strength of TOE security function analysis shall be provided for all these functions."

is replaced with:

"A strength of TOE security function claim shall be provided for each of these functions."

The following sentence is deleted:

"The evidence provided about the strength of function shall be sufficient to allow the evaluators to make their independent assessment and to confirm that the strength claims are adequate and correct"

Rationale