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25 Nov 2024

Eurex Clearing

Modernization of C7 FIXML Interface

Eurex Clearing Circular 085/24 Modernization of C7 FIXML Interface

1.   Introduction

Eurex Clearing is committed to providing a reliable and secure clearing environment. As part of this ongoing effort, Eurex Clearing will update the C7 FIXML interface. This update will involve two key improvements:

  • Enhanced Technology: Java version 17 will be supported, which offers improved performance and stability. 
  • Strengthened Security: The Deutsche Börse PKI infrastructure will be implemented for a more robust security posture. 

2.   Required action

The migration to the new process is scheduled for Q2 2025: 

  • 23 May 2025: The new process will be available for testing in the SIMU environment.
  • 14 June 2025: The new process will be mandatory in the PROD environment. 

Eurex Clearing recommends Clearing Members to review the documentation and video tutorials available soon on the Support page on the Eurex website www.eurex.com under the link: 

Support > Technology > C7 > Supporting Documents > Messaging Interfaces Connectivity

Clearing Members can contact their dedicated Technical Key Account Manager in case of any questions.


3.   Details of the initiative


  • New Self-Certification Process: A new self-certification process for the C7 FIXML interface will be established. Clearing Members can find detailed instructions in the "Eurex Clearing Messaging Interfaces Connectivity A: Connectivity" document, available for download on the above-mentioned Eurex Support page under Supporting Documents.
  • Additionally, video tutorials will be available on the Eurex website for clear guidance under: Support > Technology > C7 >Tutorial Videos.
  • Java 17 Compatibility: Java version 17 does not support certain elliptic curves. A complete list of the obsolete ciphers is available here: [link to JDK-8251547]. Clearing Members must ensure that their systems avoid these ciphers. 
  • New NIST Ciphers: Several new NIST ciphers will be available in the PKI infrastructure in 2024. These include secp384r1, secp521r1, Ed25519, and Ed488. The certificates can leverage these secure options. 
  • Host Names and Port Numbers: Clearing Members must provide the host name and port number of their FIXML broker.  Please refer to the table below for quick reference: 


Environment

Host Name

Port Number 

SIMU (Simulation)

ecag-fixml-simu1.deutsche-boerse.com

11112

PROD (Production)

ecag-fixml-prod1.deutsche-boerse.com

11012 (default)


Clearing Members will be contacted by their TKAM if their port number or migration timeline differs.

Unless the context requires otherwise, terms used and not otherwise defined in this circular shall have the meaning ascribed to them in the Clearing Conditions or FCM Clearing Conditions of Eurex Clearing AG, as applicable.



Further information


Recipients:

All Clearing Members, ISA Direct Clearing Members, Disclosed Direct Clients of Eurex Clearing AG and vendors

Target groups:

Front Office/Trading, Middle + Backoffice, IT/System Administration, Auditing/Security Coordination 

Contact:

client.services@eurex.com

Web:

Support > Technology > C7 > Supporting Documents > Messaging Interfaces Connectivity

Authorized by:

Jens Janka