Get step-by-step guidance to meet federal cryptographic standards
FIPS 140-2 is a critical standard for organizations that handle sensitive or regulated data. Whether you’re building software for the public sector, finance or health care, or simply want to strengthen cryptographic security, achieving and maintaining FIPS compliance is essential.
This best practices guide from the Acronis Threat Research Unit (TRU) offers practical, actionable advice for developers and IT teams navigating the complexities of FIPS 140-2. From initial configuration to continuous compliance, the guide outlines how to design, validate and verify your environment across multiple programming languages and platforms.
Download the guide to learn
• How to configure a FIPS-compliant environment in Java, Go, Python and Windows.
• Which cryptographic modules and libraries (e.g., Bouncy Castle, OpenSSL) meet FIPS standards.
• How to verify FIPS mode and test algorithm usage in your applications.
• Best practices for auditing, documentation and compliance validation.
• Tips to avoid common pitfalls like use of MD5, RC4 or other non-FIPS-approved algorithms.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining your setup, this guide gives you the insight and clarity you need to meet FIPS 140-2 requirements efficiently and accurately.
Download the FIPS compliance best practices guide today and strengthen your cryptographic posture.