Some organizations require systems to operate in compliance with FIPS 140-2 or FIPS 140-3 standards. Customers may inquire whether the KACE SMA appliance and its underlying operating system can be configured to operate in FIPS mode.
KACE SMA is delivered as a secure, pre-configured appliance, and does not provide support for enabling or operating in FIPS mode.
Modifying the appliance to enforce FIPS mode, including changes at the operating system level:
KACE SMA remains a:
Customers with compliance requirements should evaluate FIPS controls at the endpoint, network, and infrastructure levels, rather than at the SMA appliance level.
Customers who require FIPS support are encouraged to submit an Enhancement Request for consideration in future product development.
For additional information, refer to: How to submit an idea of a new feature or an enhancement request for Kace SMA? (4377017)
