ePass Card B38CR/PF NXP P71 FIDO PIV Java Card – CC EAL5+/FIPS 140-2 Level 3

ePass Card B38CR/PF NXP P71 FIDO PIV – Secure FIDO2 and PIV Authentication Smart Card

The ePass Card B38CR/PF NXP P71 FIDO PIV Java Card – CC EAL5+/FIPS 140-2 Level 3 is a high-security dual-interface smart card designed for organizations requiring strong authentication, PKI security, passwordless login, and secure identity management. Powered by the trusted NXP P71 secure element, this advanced smart card combines FIDO2, PIV, Java Card, and NFC technologies in a single credential, making it ideal for enterprise, government, healthcare, banking, and critical infrastructure environments.

Built to meet stringent security requirements, the card is certified to Common Criteria EAL5+ and FIPS 140-2 Level 3, ensuring secure storage and processing of cryptographic keys and sensitive credentials.

ePass Card B38CR/PF NXP P71 FIDO PIV Java Card Security

Key Features

• NXP P71 Secure Element
• FIDO2 and U2F Passwordless Authentication
• PIV (Personal Identity Verification) Support
• Java Card 3.0.4 Platform
• GlobalPlatform 2.1.1 Compatible
• Dual Interface: Contact and Contactless NFC
• CC EAL5+ Certified
• FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Certified
• RSA 2048/4096 Support
• ECC, AES, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512
• Enterprise and Government Ready

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product	ePass Card B38CR/PF NXP P71 FIDO PIV
Secure Chip	NXP P71
Authentication	FIDO2, U2F, PIV
Interface	Contact + Contactless NFC
Standards	ISO 7810, ISO 7816, ISO 14443 Type A
Platform	Java Card 3.0.4
Management	GlobalPlatform 2.1.1
User NVM	79 KB
User RAM	3.8 KB
Certifications	CC EAL5+, FIPS 140-2 Level 3
Form Factor	ISO ID-1 Smart Card

Advanced Security with NXP P71

The ePass Card B38CR/PF NXP P71 FIDO PIV Java Card – CC EAL5+/FIPS 140-2 Level 3 utilizes the NXP P71 secure element, a highly trusted platform used in government identification cards, banking applications, and enterprise security solutions. The secure element provides hardware-based cryptographic protection, secure key storage, and resistance against tampering and side-channel attacks.

FIDO2 Passwordless Authentication

Organizations can deploy phishing-resistant authentication using FIDO2 and U2F standards. Users can securely access cloud services, enterprise applications, VPNs, and workstations without relying solely on passwords. This significantly reduces credential theft risks while improving user convenience.

PIV Smart Card Functionality

The integrated PIV application enables secure:

• Smart Card Logon
• Digital Signatures
• Certificate-Based Authentication
• Email Encryption
• VPN Access
• PKI Credential Management

This makes the card suitable for government agencies, enterprises, defense organizations, and regulated industries.

Applications

• Passwordless Authentication
• Corporate Identity Cards
• Physical Access Control
• Government ID Programs
• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• Zero Trust Security Architecture
• Secure Remote Access
• Digital Certificate Management
• Healthcare Authentication Systems
• Financial Services Security

Why Choose ePass Card B38CR/PF?

The ePass Card B38CR/PF NXP P71 FIDO PIV Java Card – CC EAL5+/FIPS 140-2 Level 3 offers a complete identity and access management solution by combining FIDO authentication, PKI security, Java Card flexibility, and NFC convenience into a single secure credential. Its internationally recognized security certifications and support for modern authentication standards make it an ideal choice for organizations seeking robust, scalable, and future-ready security.

FAQ

Q2. Does the ePass Card B38CR/PF NXP P71 FIDO PIV support passwordless authentication?
Yes. The card supports FIDO2 and U2F standards, enabling secure passwordless authentication for enterprise and cloud applications.

Q3. What certifications does the ePass Card B38CR/PF NXP P71 FIDO PIV have?
The card is certified to Common Criteria CC EAL5+ and FIPS 140-2 Level 3 security standards, providing high-assurance protection for sensitive credentials.

About ePass Cards

ePass Cards are advanced secure smart cards built on certified secure element technology to help organizations strengthen identity management, access control, and user authentication. Supporting multiple industry-standard protocols including FIDO2, U2F, PIV, MIFARE®, and DESFire®, ePass Cards enable seamless passwordless authentication, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and strong credential management across enterprise environments. These versatile FIDO security cards provide secure access to corporate networks, cloud applications, physical facilities, and digital services, making them ideal for government, banking, healthcare, education, and enterprise security deployments worldwide. Designed for both Indian and global markets, ePass Cards deliver robust protection against phishing, credential theft, and unauthorized access while simplifying secure identity verification and authentication workflows.

Designed to manage and authenticate user identities. Support multiple authentication standards and protocols:

• FIDO2
• U2F
• PIV
• MIFARE
• DESFire

Specification	B38CR/DF	B38CR/DP	B38CR/PF	A40CR/2003	A22CR/PF	H19CR/MF	H19CR/MP
Chip	NXP P71	NXP P71	NXP P71	Infineon SLE77	Infineon SLE70	TMC THD89	TMC THD89
Interface
Contact (ISO 7816)	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Contactless (ISO 14443)	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Platform
User NVM Size	28K	40K	79K	32K	26K	58K	76K
User RAM Size	2.9K	3K	3.8K	1.4K	3K	2.4K	2.4K
GlobalPlatform	2.2.1	2.2.1	2.2.1	2.1.1	2.1.1	2.1.1	2.1.1
Java Card™	3.0.4	3.0.4	3.0.4	3.0.4	3.0.4	3.0.4	3.0.4
Chip Certification	CC EAL6+	CC EAL6+	CC EAL6+	CC EAL5+	CC EAL6+	CC EAL6+	CC EAL6+
OS Certification	CC EAL5+ / FIPS 140-2 Level 3	CC EAL5+ / FIPS 140-2 Level 3	CC EAL5+ / FIPS 140-2 Level 3	CC EAL5+	CC EAL5+ / FIPS 140-2 Level 3	✘	✘
Algorithm
RSA 2048	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
RSA 4096	✔	✔	✔	✘	✘	✘	✘
AES	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
SHA-1	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
SHA-256	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
SHA-384	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
SHA-512	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
3DES (ECB, CBC)	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
ECC	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Application
FIDO	✔	—	✔	—	✔	✔	—
PIV	—	✔	✔	—	✔	—	✔
MIFARE Classic 1K	—	—	—	—	—	✔	✔
DESFire EV2 4K	✔	✔	—	—	—	—	—
ePass2003	—	—	—	✔	—	—	—