LG Electronics (LGE) Licenses Rambus Cryptography Research's CryptoManager Security Platform

SUNNYVALE, Calif. – November 30, 2015 – Cryptography Research, the security division of Rambus Inc. (NASDAQ:RMBS), today announced that LG Electronics (LGE), a global technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications, has licensed the CryptoManager™ security platform for its next-gen mobile devices. The CryptoManager platform will provide LGE with a robust security solution, which includes a hardware root-of-trust for provisioning of keys to manage sensitive data on mobile devices. Specific terms of the agreement are confidential.

“At LGE, we are committed to ensuring that security is a key component of our industry-leading mobile devices,” said Sang-won Song, vice president and head of LGE Mobile SoC Development Department. “With Rambus Cryptography Research team’s advanced security expertise, the CryptoManager platform will help us secure mobile devices and applications throughout their lifecycle, providing critical trust among our customer base.”

“LGE has a well-deserved reputation as an industry leader with a commitment to innovation and security,” said Dr. Martin Scott, senior vice president and general manager for the Rambus Cryptography Research division. “Our CryptoManager solution provides LGE with a robust platform to manage their process flow in a safe, secure environment, enabling them to deliver best-in-class security to their customers.”

The Rambus CryptoManager platform provides chip and device companies with end-to-end security throughout the design and manufacturing process. By integrating security functionality into the DNA of each connected device through a hardware root-of-trust, the CryptoManager platform enables in-manufacturing and remote in-field feature management. The platform includes a security core and robust infrastructure suite for the protection, distribution and authorization of cryptographic keys throughout the lifecycle of a device. With this solution, manufacturers can better address advanced device personalization needs while protecting secret keys and sensitive data. For additional information, please visit rambus.com/cryptomanager.

About Rambus Cryptography Research

The Rambus Cryptography Research division is dedicated to providing a secure foundation for a connected world. Our innovative technologies span areas including tamper resistance, content and media protection, network security, and secure payment and transaction services. These technologies protect nearly nine billion licensed products annually, providing secure access to data and creating invaluable trust between our customers and their customer base. Additional information is available at rambus.com/security.

About Rambus Inc.

Rambus creates cutting-edge semiconductor and IP products, spanning memory and interfaces to security, smart sensors and lighting. Our chips, customizable IP cores, architecture licenses, tools, services, training and innovations improve the competitive advantage of our customers. We collaborate with the industry, partnering with leading ASIC and SoC designers, foundries, IP developers, EDA companies and validation labs. Our products are integrated into tens of billions of devices and systems, powering and securing diverse applications, including Big Data, Internet of Things (IoT), mobile, consumer and media platforms. At Rambus, we are makers of better. For more information, visit rambus.com.