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Last updated: April 29, 2026
Auditors ask “is your encryption FIPS 140-2/3 compliant?” Industry answers vary by sector.
Auditors ask “is your encryption FIPS 140-2/3 compliant?” Industry answers vary by sector.
FIPS 140 levels
- Level 1 — software-only crypto module; algorithms tested
- Level 2 — physical tamper-evidence (HSM with seal)
- Level 3 — physical tamper-resistance (HSM strong enclosure)
- Level 4 — full environmental protection (HSM with auto-zeroize)
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