iStorage Kanguru FlashTrust 128GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Secure Flash Drive with Physical Write Protect Switch

The iStorage Kanguru FlashTrust 128GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Secure Flash Drive is a specialized storage solution designed to provide high-level security for unencrypted data. It is the world's first unencrypted USB 3.0 flash drive featuring onboard, digitally signed, and secure firmware. This technology effectively protects users against malicious firmware-based attacks, commonly known as BadUSB, ensuring that the device remains trustworthy throughout its operational life. The drive is constructed from durable aluminium and features a physical write-protect switch, allowing users to prevent accidental data modification or deletion.

Advantages

The primary advantage of this flash drive is its robust defense against firmware-based threats, a feature typically found only in high-end encrypted devices. By utilizing RSA-2048 bit digitally signed firmware, the drive ensures that only authorized, secure firmware can be executed. The inclusion of a physical write-protect switch provides an additional layer of security, giving users manual control over when data can be written to the drive. With high-speed performance, it balances security with efficiency, making it a reliable tool for professional environments where data integrity is paramount.

Suitable for

• Protecting sensitive documents from firmware-based malware
• Secure data transfers in corporate and government environments
• Users requiring a physical write-protect mechanism for data integrity
• Professional tasks where BadUSB protection is a security requirement

When it may not be suitable

This device is not an encrypted flash drive, meaning it does not provide data-at-rest encryption for the files stored on the drive. If your primary requirement is to protect data from unauthorized access in the event of physical theft or loss, you should consider an encrypted model instead.

Key specifications

• Capacity: 128 GB
• Interface: USB Type-A
• USB Version: 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
• Read Speed: Up to 230 MB/s
• Write Speed: Up to 85 MB/s
• Material: Aluminium
• Weight: 10 g
• Colour: Grey

How to use

To use the drive, simply insert the USB Type-A connector into a compatible port on your computer. The device functions as a standard plug-and-play storage unit. To enable the physical write-protect feature, toggle the switch on the side of the drive to the locked position; this will prevent any new data from being written to or modified on the drive, while still allowing you to read existing files. To restore write access, toggle the switch back to the unlocked position.

What to consider before purchase

• Verify that your computer has a USB Type-A port
• Assess whether you need hardware-based file encryption or if firmware protection is sufficient
• Confirm that the storage capacity of 128 GB meets your data requirements

Usage recommendations: Always keep the physical write-protect switch engaged when you only need to access files to prevent accidental changes or potential malware infection from the host computer.