How can XProtect VMS be configured to run in FIPS 140-2 compliant mode?
In order to run XProtect VMS in a FIPS 140-2 mode of operation you must:
Run Windows operating system in FIPS 140-2 approved mode of operation. See the Microsoft site for information on enabling FIPS.
Ensure standalone third-party integrations can run on a FIPS-enabled Windows operating system
Connect to devices in a way that ensures a FIPS 140-2 compliant mode of operation
Ensure that data in the media database is encrypted with FIPS 140-2 compliant ciphers
This is done by running the media database upgrade tool. For detailed information on how to configure your XProtect VMS to run in FIPS 140-2 compliant mode, see the FIPS 140-2 compliance section in the hardening guide.