The Liger supports the Intel AES instructions to enable fast hardware encryption and decryption of data processed through the board. Additionally, the Liger’s on-board Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 security chip is included to provide enhanced system integrity and to defend against attacks from unauthorized software access. The TPM can lock out unauthorized hardware and software access. It provides a secure processing environment for applications in defense, medical, and industrial applications that require hardware-level security functions. Cybersecurity has become a major initiative in many industries such as Defense and Healthcare to protect from counterfeit hardware or unauthorized software. For example, in 2014, the United States Department of Defense (DoD) specified that "new computer assets procured to support DoD will include a TPM version 1.2 or higher where required by DISA STIGs and where such technology is available.“ The i5 and i7 versions of the Liger include the Intel vPro Active Management Technology or AMT. This capability allows optional out-of-band (OOB) management of the SBC, including Keyboard-Video-Mouse (KVM) remote control, alerting, and event logging. When connection to the Ethernet and power is present (even when the board is turned off), AMT allows startup, BIOS access, booting, and console control. AMT is a powerful tool for management of systems in remote locations without having to send a service technician.