What DIGISTOR does

DigiStor (formerly CRU Data Security Group) is a US-based provider of certified secure data-at-rest storage products for defense, intelligence, federal civilian, and regulated enterprise customers. The portfolio centers on self-encrypting SSDs with hardware-based AES-256 XTS encryption that carry FIPS 140-2 Level 2, NIAP Common Criteria, NSA CSfC component listing, and TAA compliance, organized around three solution lines: Citadel Client for encrypted endpoint SSDs, Citadel Enterprise for centralized high-assurance storage, and SHIPS for rugged removable data transport. The company also retains four sub-brands — CRU for removable drives, ioSafe for fireproof/waterproof disaster-proof storage, and Wiebetech for digital forensic write-blockers — addressing a range of classified, tactical, forensic, and disaster-recovery use cases.

Underlying technology is hardware-encryption-first: the SSDs (NVMe and SATA, 240 GB to 30.62 TB) ship with secure erase, pre-boot authentication, and tamper-resistant enclosures, while the SHIPS ecosystem provides hot-swappable, optionally FIPS-validated removable media for disconnected and tactical environments. Citadel Enterprise is positioned to support large-scale mission-critical workflows including virtualization, analytics, and AI/ML operations on the customer side, but DigiStor itself does not sell AI software; it sells the certified substrate on which such workloads run.

DigiStor monetizes almost entirely through hardware sales — secure SSDs, removable drive systems (including VaultDisk pre-integrated for Dell), disaster-proof NAS, and forensic tools — supplemented by warranty, technical support, and Data Recovery Service upgrades. Go-to-market combines enterprise field sales to the DoD, intelligence community, and federal civilian agencies with OEM embedded sales through Dell and HP, channel distribution via TD Synnex and VAR partners, and a transactional e-commerce storefront. The customer base is anchored by the US Department of Defense, US intelligence agencies, Dell, HP, L3Harris, and Lockheed Martin, with quote-based, multi-year government and enterprise contracts. The company was recently recapitalized by Pike Street Capital in September 2025, installed a new CEO in October 2025, and added a new VP of US Sales in January 2026, with stated intent to pursue organic growth and strategic M&A in adjacent secure-storage markets.

Name

DIGISTOR

Legal name

CRU Data Security Group, LLC

Website

https://digistor.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

DigiStor (formerly CRU Data Security Group) designs and sells certified, hardware-encrypted SSDs, removable storage, disaster-proof NAS, and forensic tools for the US Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, federal civilian agencies, and OEM partners such as Dell, HP, L3Harris, and Lockheed Martin.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Secure Data Storage

NAICS

Computer Storage Device Manufacturing (334112)

SIC

Computer Storage Devices (3572), Computer Peripheral Equipment, Nec (3577)

akta.pro primary industry

Storage Security & Encryption Hardware (SEDs, Key Managers, HSM-Backed Storage) (HDACACAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Secure/Encrypted & Rugged Portable Storage (HDACAIAI), External SSDs (HDACAIAB), Confidential Computing & Hardware-backed Protection (TEE/HSM) (HDADAFAJ)

Keywords

• Secure data storage
• Self-encrypting SSDs
• Removable storage drives
• Digital forensic tools
• Disaster-proof storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Campbell

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Secure SSD Hardware Sales: Sale of self-encrypting SSDs, enterprise storage solutions, and ruggedized storage media. Products include Client SSDs, Enterprise SSDs, Industrial SSDs, and removable storage solutions with security certifications.
2. Removable Storage Solutions: Sale of CRU removable drive systems and SHIPS ecosystem products for secure data transport. Includes VaultDisk products and external storage solutions integrated into OEM platforms.
3. Forensic and IT Tools: Sale of Wiebetech digital forensic tools including write-blockers, drive imagers, field kits, and IT tools for data destruction and chain of custody solutions.
4. Disaster-Proof Storage: ioSafe branded fireproof and waterproof storage solutions including NAS and external drives with disaster resistance ratings.
5. Professional Services: Technical support, warranty services, and Data Recovery Service (DRS) upgrades. Volume pricing and dealer programs available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

DigiStor designs and manufactures government-certified secure data storage hardware for defense, intelligence, federal civilian, and OEM customers. Its portfolio includes self-encrypting SSDs (Citadel Client and Citadel Enterprise product lines plus DigiStor client/enterprise/industrial SSDs), the SHIPS rugged removable storage ecosystem, CRU removable drives, ioSafe fireproof/waterproof disaster-proof storage, and Wiebetech digital forensic write-blockers and IT tools. Products carry FIPS 140-2 Level 2, Common Criteria/NIAP, CSfC, and TAA certifications.

Product overview

DigiStor is a provider of secure data storage solutions comprising multiple product lines: the Citadel family (Citadel Client for encrypted endpoint SSDs and Citadel Enterprise for centralized high-assurance storage), the SHIPS ecosystem for rugged removable storage, and sub-brands CRU (removable data transport), ioSafe (fireproof/waterproof disaster recovery), and Wiebetech (digital forensic tools). The portfolio spans secure self-encrypting SSDs (client, enterprise, and industrial grades), removable storage drives, disaster-proof NAS, forensic write-blockers, and IT tools. All products meet federal security standards including FIPS, NIAP Common Criteria, and CSfC certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Citadel Client: Certified secure SSDs for DAR (Data at Rest) applications with FIPS-certified, CSfC-listed data-at-rest protection
• Citadel Enterprise
• SHIPS
• CRU
• ioSafe
• Wiebetech

Products and services

• Citadel Client Encrypted, tamper-resistant endpoint storage SSD for sensitive data at the edge, with FIPS 140-2 Level 2 AES-256 XTS hardware encryption, Common Criteria and CSfC Component Listing, Pre-Boot Authentication with multi-factor access, and TAA compliance for federal procurement. Built for defense, intelligence, federal civilian, and enterprise customers needing secure mobile and fixed endpoint computing.
• Citadel Enterprise Centralized, high-assurance storage platform for secure, scalable data protection across enterprise, defense, and classified environments, supporting FIPS 140-2, NIAP, and CSfC compliance for large-scale mission-critical workflows including virtualization, data analytics, and AI/ML operations.
• SHIPS (Secure High-Performance Storage) Rugged, removable storage ecosystem for secure, high-speed data transport across tactical, mobile, and remote environments. Hardware-encrypted, tamper-evident, with optional FIPS validation, rapid offload, and hot-swap capabilities for handoff between secure systems and field devices.
• DigiStor Client SSD Certified secure SSDs for Data-at-Rest applications in NVMe and SATA form factors, 256 GB to 8 TB capacities, with hardware-based encryption, secure erase, rugged design, and TAA/FIPS/Common Criteria/NIAP compliance.
• DigiStor Enterprise SSD Enterprise-grade secure SSDs for tactical edge computing with PCIe NVMe Gen 4x4 and Gen 5x4 options in M.2, U.3, and E3.S form factors, 480 GB to 30.62 TB capacities, and optional Opal encryption.
• DigiStor Industrial SSD Secure industrial SSDs for harsh environments, NVMe interface with M.2 2280 form factor, 240 GB to 2 TB capacities.
• CRU Removable Drives Integrated secure removable storage devices in 3.5-inch and 5.25-inch bay sizes supporting NVMe and SATA interfaces, including VaultDisk for Dell systems and SHIPS ecosystem compatibility for government, military, and commercial data transport.
• Wiebetech Forensic Tools Chain-of-custody and write-blocking forensic solutions including drive imagers (PATA/SATA, USB, Ethernet, NVMe/PCIe, SD, and CF cards), write-blockers, and field kits housed in Pelican cases for law enforcement, government agencies, and IT professionals.
• Wiebetech IT Tools Data destruction and IT support tools including drive wiping modules (SATA, IDE/PATA, PCIe, M.2, U.2), mouse jigglers (MJ-1, MJ-3), drive cases, and encryption tools for secure data handling and IT operations.
• ioSafe Disaster-Proof Storage Fireproof and waterproof disaster-proof NAS and external hard drives that protect data at temperatures up to 1550°F for 30 minutes (UL-rated) and submersion in water up to 10 feet deep for 72 hours, marketed to SMB, prosumer, and enterprise customers via the DigiStor e-commerce storefront and channel.

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and key.

• DellcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerDigiStor SSDs are pre-integrated into Dell solutions including VaultDisk products for Dell XE4 and other systems. Dell Technologies World 2026 attendee and partner relationship.
• HPcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerDigiStor products integrated into HP commercial and enterprise storage solutions. HP icon displayed as key customer/partner on company website.
• L3HarriskeyImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDefense contractor and system integrator partner deploying DigiStor secure storage for defense applications. L3Harris icon displayed as key customer.
• Lockheed MartinkeyImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMajor defense contractor and system integrator partner. Lockheed Martin icon displayed as key customer on company website.
• TD SynnexkeyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor technology distributor and channel partner for public sector sales. DigiStor participates in TD Synnex events including Red White & You conference and vendor summits.
• CRU (Brand)coreOthersCRU is a brand under DigiStor (formerly CRU Data Security Group) providing removable storage devices and data transport systems for government, military, and commercial use.
• ioSafe (Brand)coreOthersioSafe is a brand under DigiStor providing fireproof and waterproof disaster-proof storage solutions. Founded in 2004, acquired and integrated into the DigiStor brand family.
• Wiebetech (Brand)coreOthersWiebetech is a brand under DigiStor providing digital forensic tools and write-blockers trusted by law enforcement, government agencies, and IT professionals.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Apricorn: Apricorn manufactures hardware-encrypted SSDs, hard drives, and USBs (e.g., Aegis Fortress, Padlock) targeted at government, defense, and regulated enterprise buyers. Directly comparable secure-storage product category and similar federal/government customer focus.
• Logicube: Logicube builds forensic imagers, write-blockers, and drive duplication equipment for law enforcement, military, and enterprise IT. Competes with Wiebetech in the digital-evidence acquisition category.
• iStorage (SecureData): iStorage (SecureData) produces PIN-authenticated, hardware-encrypted SSDs and HDDs (diskAshur) for government, defense, and enterprise. Comparable secure-endpoint storage category, though primarily UK-rooted.
• Kanguru Solutions: Kanguru provides hardware-encrypted USB drives, SSDs, and secure portable storage with FIPS 140-2 validation for government and enterprise. Overlaps with DigiStor's secure removable and SHIPS product line for the same buyer profile.
• Kingston Technology (IronKey): Kingston's IronKey line offers FIPS-validated, hardware-encrypted USB and SSD products serving federal, defense, and enterprise users. Competes head-to-head with DigiStor's Citadel Client and SHIPS in government-procured secure endpoints.
• Ciphertex Data Defense: Ciphertex builds secure, encrypted storage appliances and NAS systems for defense, intelligence, and government customers. Closely aligned with DigiStor's Citadel Enterprise and rugged secure-storage positioning for mission-critical environments.
• OpenText Tableau (Forensic Bridges/Write-Blockers): OpenText's Tableau hardware provides forensic bridges and write-blockers used by law enforcement and digital investigators. Directly competes with DigiStor's Wiebetech forensic-tools line.

Broad incumbents

• Samsung Electronics (SSD/PM9A3, T7 Touch): Samsung offers FIPS-validated and self-encrypting SSDs across enterprise, government, and consumer lines. While much broader in portfolio, its SED offerings compete with DigiStor's Citadel Client in federal OEM platforms.
• Micron Technology (Micron SED / Crucial): Micron manufactures SED SSDs (e.g., 5400/7450 series with self-encryption) used in enterprise and government systems. Larger, broader semiconductor player, but overlapping in the hardware-encrypted storage category that DigiStor addresses.
• Seagate Technology (Exos SED / BarraCuda SED): Seagate ships self-encrypting Exos enterprise HDDs/SSDs with government-grade security features. A broader incumbent whose secure-storage drives compete with DigiStor's Citadel line in OEM and data-center deployments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/digistor

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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