Security Standards

Introduction to Cryptographic Security

Cryptographic security forms the foundation of all digital asset protection. At Bregenzeria, we implement multiple layers of cryptographic technologies to ensure your private keys remain secure at all times.

Our hardware wallets utilize a combination of symmetric and asymmetric encryption methods, secure key generation, and tamper-resistant hardware to create a comprehensive security system that protects against both physical and digital threats.

Why Hardware Security Matters

Software wallets are vulnerable to malware, keyloggers, and other digital threats. Hardware wallets keep your private keys isolated in a secure offline environment, making them fundamentally more secure for storing cryptocurrency.

With a Bregenzeria device, your private keys never leave the secure element chip, even during transaction signing, providing protection that software solutions simply cannot match.

Our Security Protocols

Secure Element Technology

All Bregenzeria devices utilize EAL6+ certified secure elements—specialized chips designed to resist physical attacks and protect cryptographic operations. These chips feature:

Hardware-based random number generation
Anti-tampering mechanisms
Protection against side-channel attacks
Secure boot verification

Advanced Key Management

Our devices implement BIP32, BIP39, and BIP44 standards for hierarchical deterministic wallets, allowing you to:

Generate multiple addresses from a single seed phrase
Create separate accounts for different cryptocurrencies
Recover all accounts using a single backup
Maintain complete privacy between different addresses

Physical Security Features

Our hardware is designed with multiple physical security features:

Tamper-evident packaging
Specialized enclosure designed to show evidence of physical tampering
Epoxy-protected circuit boards
Protected storage for PIN and seed phrase

Authentication Protocols

Multiple authentication layers protect access to your device:

PIN protection with exponential timeout
Optional passphrase for additional security layer
Biometric authentication on premium models
Automatic wiping after multiple failed attempts

Open Source Verification

Our commitment to security includes transparency:

Open source firmware for community review
Deterministic builds for verification
Regular security audits by third-party experts
Bug bounty program for responsible disclosure

Air-Gap Technology

Our premium models feature complete air-gap technology:

No USB data connection required for operation
QR code communication for transaction signing
No wireless connectivity components
Complete isolation from potentially compromised devices

Understanding Threats & Protection

The cryptocurrency ecosystem faces a variety of sophisticated threats. Here's how Bregenzeria protects against them:

Malware Attacks

Malicious software can infect computers and mobile devices, potentially compromising software wallets and intercepting transactions.

Our Protection: Bregenzeria devices keep private keys completely isolated from potentially infected devices. All transaction details are displayed on the hardware wallet's secure screen for verification before signing.

Phishing Attacks

Sophisticated phishing attempts can trick users into revealing seed phrases or sending cryptocurrency to fraudulent addresses.

Our Protection: Our devices display the full receiving address on their secure screen, allowing you to verify transaction details before approval, making address substitution attacks ineffective.

Side-Channel Attacks

Advanced attacks can analyze power consumption, electromagnetic emissions, or timing information to extract cryptographic secrets.

Our Protection: Our secure elements implement countermeasures against side-channel analysis, including constant-time operations, power analysis resistance, and electromagnetic shielding.

Physical Attacks

Sophisticated adversaries might attempt to physically extract data from stolen hardware wallets using specialized equipment.

Our Protection: Secure elements are designed to resist physical attacks, with features like active shields, encrypted memory, and self-destruct mechanisms that erase sensitive data when tampering is detected.

Supply Chain Attacks

Devices could potentially be compromised during manufacturing or shipping before reaching the end user.

Our Protection: We implement strict supply chain security measures, including tamper-evident packaging, secure bootloaders that verify firmware authenticity, and factory reset requirements during initial setup.

Security Comparison

How different storage methods compare in terms of security features and protection levels:

Security Feature	Bregenzeria	Standard Hardware Wallets	Software Wallets	Exchange Wallets
Private Key Storage	Secure Element (EAL6+)	Secure Element (EAL5)	Encrypted on Device	Custodial Storage
Air-Gap Support	Full (Premium Models)	Partial	None	None
Physical Attack Resistance	Very High	High	None	N/A
Malware Resistance	Complete	High	Low	Dependent on Exchange
Recovery Options	Seed Phrase + Passphrase	Seed Phrase	Varies	Account Recovery
Open Source	Yes	Varies	Varies	No
Independent Security Audits	Regular	Occasional	Rare	Varies

Security Architecture

The Bregenzeria multi-layered security approach:

Layer 1: Physical Security

Tamper-evident packaging, specialized enclosures, and epoxy protection for circuit boards.

Layer 2: Hardware Security

EAL6+ certified secure elements with anti-tampering mechanisms and protection against side-channel attacks.

Layer 3: Firmware Security

Secure boot verification, signed firmware updates, and open-source code for community review.

Layer 4: Cryptographic Security

Advanced encryption standards, secure key generation, and deterministic wallet implementation.

Layer 5: User Authentication

PIN protection, optional passphrase, and biometric authentication on premium models.

Security Certifications

Common Criteria EAL6+

Our secure elements have achieved Common Criteria EAL6+ certification, one of the highest security certifications available for secure hardware. This certification involves rigorous testing and validation of security features.

FIPS 140-2 Level 3

Bregenzeria devices comply with Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-2 Level 3 requirements, ensuring they meet stringent U.S. government standards for cryptographic modules.

ISO/IEC 27001

Our development and manufacturing processes are certified under ISO/IEC 27001, the international standard for information security management, ensuring end-to-end security throughout our operations.

Independent Security Audits

We regularly engage leading security research firms to conduct comprehensive audits of our hardware, firmware, and companion applications, with results published transparently.