This page lists some of the most common issues and question related to FIPS.
Are all versions of GigaVUE-FM validated for FIPS compliance?
The following software versions are validated for FIPS:
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5.12.00.01
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5.16.00, 6.0.00, 6.1.00, 6.2.00, 6.3.00
Can you enable FIPS using the fmctl command?
No. There is no support for enabling FIPS using the fmctl
command. You can enable FIPS only using the GigaVUE-FM GUI.
Can you add a device that is not FIPS-compliant to a FIPS enabled GigaVUE-FM?
Yes. You can add a non FIPS compliant device to a FIPS enabled GigaVUE-FM.
What happens to the GigaVUE-FM database after you enable FIPS?
The GigaVUE-FM database is reset. GigaVUE-FM reboots and comes up as a new instance. You must reconfigure and setup GigaVUE-FM again.
How do I perform backup and restore operation on a FIPS enabled GigaVUE-FM?
A backup taken on a FIPS enabled GigaVUE-FM can only be restored on a GigaVUE-FM instance that is FIPS enabled. Similarly, backup taken on a non-FIPS GigaVUE-FM can be restored only on a non FIPS GigaVUE-FM.
Is the FIPS certification applicable for GigaVUE-FM instance irrespective of where it is deployed?
No. GigaVUE-FM Hardware appliance is only validated for FIPS certification.