| Users must ensure their use of this technology/standard is consistent with VA policies and standards, including, but not limited to,
VA Handbooks 6102 and 6500; VA Directives 6004, 6513, and 6517; and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards, including Federal Information
Processing Standards (FIPS). Users must ensure sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. Prior to use of this technology, users
should check with their supervisor, Information Security Officer (ISO), Facility Chief Information Officer (CIO), or local Office of Information and Technology
(OI&T) representative to ensure that all actions are consistent with current VA policies and procedures prior to implementation. |
| The VA Decision Matrix displays the current and future VAIT
position regarding different releases of a TRM entry. These decisions are
based upon the best information available as of the most current date. The consumer of this information has the
responsibility to consult the organizations responsible for the desktop, testing, and/or production environments
to ensure that the target version of the technology will be supported.
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| Legend: |
| White |
Authorized: The technology/standard has been authorized for use.
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| Yellow |
Authorized w/ Constraints: The technology/standard can be used within the specified constraints located
below the decision matrix in the footnote[1] and on the General tab.
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| Gray |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M): This technology or standard can be used only if a POA&M review is conducted and signed by
the Authorizing Official Designated Representative (AODR) as designated by the Authorizing Official (AO) or designee
and based upon a recommendation from the POA&M Compliance Enforcement,
has been granted to the project team or organization that wishes to use the technology.
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| Orange |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST): VA has decided to divest itself on the use of the technology/standard.
As a result, all projects currently utilizing the technology/standard must plan to eliminate their use of
the technology/standard. Additional information on when the entry is projected to become unauthorized may be
found on the Decision tab for the specific entry.
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| Black |
Unauthorized: The technology/standard is not (currently) permitted to be used under any circumstances.
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| Blue |
Authorized w/ Constraints (PLANNING/EVALUATION): The period of time this technology is currently being evaluated, reviewed,
and tested in controlled environments. Use of this technology is strictly controlled and not available
for use within the general population. If a customer would like to use this technology, please work with
your local or Regional OI&T office and contact the appropriate evaluation office
displayed in the notes below the decision matrix. The Local or Regional OI&T
office should submit an
inquiry to the TRM
if they require further assistance or if the evaluating office is not listed in the notes below.
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| Release/Version Information: |
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VA decisions for specific versions may include a ‘.x’ wildcard, which denotes a decision that pertains to a range of multiple versions.
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For example, a technology authorized with a decision for 7.x would cover any version of 7.(Anything) - 7.(Anything). However, a 7.4.x decision
would cover any version of 7.4.(Anything), but would not cover any version of 7.5.x or 7.6.x on the TRM.
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VA decisions for specific versions may include ‘+’ symbols; which denotes that the decision for the version specified also includes versions greater than
what is specified but is not to exceed or affect previous decimal places.
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For example, a technology authorized with a decision for 12.6.4+ would cover any version that is greater than 12.6.4, but would not exceed the .6 decimal ie: 12.6.401
is ok, 12.6.5 is ok, 12.6.9 is ok, however 12.7.0 or 13.0 is not.
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| Any major.minor version that is not listed in the VA Decision Matrix is considered Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M). |
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<Past |
Future> |
| 15.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
| 16.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
| 18.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
| 19.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
| 21.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
| 22.x |
DIVEST
[7, 8, 9, 10, 11] |
DIVEST
[7, 8, 9, 10, 11] |
DIVEST
[7, 8, 9, 10, 11] |
DIVEST
[7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13] |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
| 23.x |
Approved w/Constraints
[7, 8, 9, 10, 11] |
Approved w/Constraints
[7, 8, 9, 10, 11] |
Approved w/Constraints
[7, 8, 9, 10, 11] |
DIVEST
[7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13] |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
| 24.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Approved w/Constraints
[7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13] |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
| | | | [1] | Per the Initial Product Review (IPR):
Administrators should ensure that insecure communication protocols are disabled.
Due to potential information security risks, SaaS/PaaS solutions must complete the Veterans-Focused Integration Process Request (VIPR) process where a collaborative effort between Demand Management (DM), Enterprise Program Management Office Information Assurance (EPMO IA), Project Special Forces (PSF), Enterprise Cloud Solutions Office (ECSO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and stakeholders determines the SaaS/PaaS category during the Discovery Phase. All SaaS and Non-AWS/Azure (VAEC) PaaS assets are routed to EPMO IA for Analysis and Approval to Operate (ATO) with technical oversight, acquisition, production, and sustainment provided by PSF.
All mobile devices processing and transmitting VA data must adhere to the following:
• If the app is going to be connecting to VA systems or is using VA data, then it must go through the process of getting fully authorized for use of PHI/PII/sensitive data. This involves both an analysis of the app, and of the backend system.
• Must be GFE and on the Mobile Technology and Endpoint Security Engineering authorized device list.
• All applications developed and used must store and transmit data using a FIPS 140-2 (or its successor) validated application (or the application data resides in a container-based encryption solution), and must be listed in VA’s TRM.
FIPS 140-2 is required for data at rest and data in transit when it contains PII/PHI/sensitive information. There are two methods for this. One is the device itself provides full-device
encryption for all storage and have a protected connection back to VA; the other is the application must be `wrapped` by a FIPS 140-2 validated solution. This would protect the information on a device that does not have data protected any other way. | | | [2] | Veterans Affairs (VA) users must ensure VA sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. All instances of deployment using this technology should be reviewed by the local ISO (Information Security Officer) to ensure compliance with VA Handbook 6500. | | | [3] | Due to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) identified security vulnerabilities, extra vigilance should be applied to ensure the versions remain properly patched to mitigate known and future vulnerabilities. The local ISO can provide assistance in reviewing the NIST vulnerabilities. | | | [4] | Due to potential information security risks for cloud-based technologies, users should coordinate closely with their facility ISSO for guidance and assistance on cloud products. If further guidance is needed contact the Enterprise Cloud Solution Office (ECSO), which is the body responsible for new software development in and migration of existing systems to the VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) and ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised within the VAEC. For information about Software as a Service (SaaS) products or to submit a SaaS product request with the Project Special Forces (PSF) team, please use their online form.
(Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). | | | [5] | Due to potential information security risks for cloud-based technologies, users should coordinate closely with their facility ISSO for guidance and assistance on cloud products. If further guidance is needed contact the Enterprise Cloud Solution Office (ECSO), which is the body responsible for new software development in and migration of existing systems to the VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) and ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised within the VAEC. For information about Software as a Service (SaaS) products or to submit a SaaS product request with the VA OIT Product Engineering team, please use their online form.
(Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). | | | [6] | Veterans Affairs (VA) users must ensure VA sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. All instances of deployment using this technology should be reviewed by the local ISSO (Information System Security Officer) to ensure compliance with VA Handbook 6500. | | | [7] | Due to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) identified security vulnerabilities, extra vigilance should be applied to ensure the versions remain properly patched to mitigate known and future vulnerabilities. The local ISSO (Information System Security Officer) can provide assistance in reviewing the NIST vulnerabilities. | | | [8] | Veterans Affairs (VA) users must ensure VA sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. All instances of deployment using this technology should be reviewed by the local ISSO (Information System Security Officer) to ensure compliance with both VA Handbook 6500 and VA Directive 6500. | | | [9] | Users must ensure that Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server, Firefox, Google Chrome, and Microsoft Edge are implemented with VA-authorized baselines. (Refer to the ‘Category’ tab under ‘Runtime Dependencies’)
If free trialware is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period.
Users must not utilize TELNET, as it is at the time of writing, unapproved in the TRM.
Users must not utilize the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) protocol, as it is unapproved for use on the TRM.
Users must not utilize Hyper-V Server, as it is at the time of writing, unapproved in the TRM.
Per the Initial Product Review, users must abide by the following constraints:
- Administrators should ensure that insecure communication protocols are disabled.
- Due to potential information security risks, SaaS/PaaS solutions must complete the Veterans-Focused Integration Process Request (VIPR) process where a collaborative effort between Demand Management (DM), Enterprise Program Management Office Information Assurance (EPMO IA), Digital Transformation Center (DTC), Enterprise Cloud Solutions Office (ECSO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and stakeholders determines the SaaS/PaaS category during the Discovery Phase. All SaaS and Non AWS or Azure (VAEC) PaaS assets are routed to EPMO IA for Analysis and Approval to Operate (ATO) with technical oversight, acquisition, production, and sustainment provided by DTC.
- All mobile devices processing and transmitting VA data must adhere to the following:
• If the app is going to be connecting to VA systems or is using VA data, then it must go through the process of getting fully authorized for use of PHI/PII/sensitive data. This involves both an analysis of the app, and of the backend system.
• Must be GFE and on the Mobile Technology and Endpoint Security Engineering authorized device list.
• All applications developed and used must store and transmit data using a FIPS 140-2 (or its successor) validated application (or the application data resides in a container-based encryption solution), and must be listed in VA’s TRM. FIPS 140-2 is required for data at rest and data in transit when it contains PII/PHI/sensitive information. There are two methods for this. One is the device itself provides full-device encryption for all storage and have a protected connection back to VA; the other is the application must be `wrapped` by a FIPS 140-2 validated solution. This would protect the information on a device that does not have data protected any other way.
- System owners should use the latest version of this product and monitor both the CVE Details and NIST National Vulnerability Database websites for any new security vulnerabilities.
- Based on CISA recommendations in their Guide to Security Remote Access Software, Organizations should limit the number of remote access solutions due to the HIGH risk of exploit (due to their ability to bypass multiple security and risk management solutions). Other VA authorized solutions should be considered.
- The referenced cryptographic module should not be included by Federal Agencies in new procurements. Agencies may make a risk determination on whether to continue using this module based on their own assessment of where and how it is used.
| | | [10] | Per the May 5th, 2015 memorandum from the VA Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) FIPS 140-2 FIPS 140-2 Validate Full Disk Encryption (FOE) for Data at Rest in Database Management Systems (DBMS) and in accordance with Federal requirements and VA policy, database management must use Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-2 or its successor to protect the confidentiality and integrity of VA information at rest at the application level. If FIPS 140-2 encryption at the application level is not technically possible, FIPS 140-2 or 140-3 compliant full disk encryption (FOE) must be implemented on the storage device where the DBMS resides. Appropriate access enforcement and physical security control must also be implemented. All instances of deployment using this technology should be reviewed to ensure compliance with VA Handbook 6500 and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards. It is the responsibility of the system owner to work with the local CIO (or designee) and Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to ensure that a compliant DBMS technology is selected and that if needed, mitigating controls are in place and documented in a System Security Plan (SSP). By September 22, 2026, all FIPS 140-2 certificate validations will be placed on the Historical List, please refer to FIPS Transition Effort for further guidance and timeline of changes. | | | [11] | Due to potential information security risks for cloud-based technologies, users should coordinate closely with their facility ISSO for guidance and assistance on cloud products. If further guidance is needed contact the Enterprise Cloud Solution Office (ECSO), which is the body responsible for new software development in and migration of existing systems to the VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) and ensuring organizational information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and VA sensitive data are not compromised within the VAEC. For information about Software as a Service (SaaS) products or to submit a SaaS product request, visit the Product Marketplace.
(Ref: VA Directive 6004, VA Directive 6517, VA Directive 6513 and VA Directive 6102). | | | [12] | Users must ensure that Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server, Firefox, Google Chrome, and Microsoft Edge are implemented with VA-authorized baselines. (Refer to the ‘Category’ tab under ‘Runtime Dependencies’)
If free trialware is utilized, the software must be purchased or removed at the end of the trial period.
Users must not utilize TELNET, as it is at the time of writing, unapproved in the TRM.
Users must not utilize the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) protocol, as it is unapproved for use on the TRM.
Users must Divest the use of Remedy with this technology.
Users must not utilize Hyper-V Server, as it is at the time of writing, unapproved in the TRM.
Per the Initial Product Review, users must abide by the following constraints:
- Administrators should ensure that insecure communication protocols are disabled.
- Due to potential information security risks, SaaS/PaaS solutions must complete the Veterans-Focused Integration Process Request (VIPR) process where a collaborative effort between Demand Management (DM), Enterprise Program Management Office Information Assurance (EPMO IA), Digital Transformation Center (DTC), Enterprise Cloud Solutions Office (ECSO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and stakeholders determines the SaaS/PaaS category during the Discovery Phase. All SaaS and Non AWS or Azure (VAEC) PaaS assets are routed to EPMO IA for Analysis and Approval to Operate (ATO) with technical oversight, acquisition, production, and sustainment provided by DTC.
- All mobile devices processing and transmitting VA data must adhere to the following:
• If the app is going to be connecting to VA systems or is using VA data, then it must go through the process of getting fully authorized for use of PHI/PII/sensitive data. This involves both an analysis of the app, and of the backend system.
• Must be GFE and on the Mobile Technology and Endpoint Security Engineering authorized device list.
• All applications developed and used must store and transmit data using a FIPS 140-2 (or its successor) validated application (or the application data resides in a container-based encryption solution), and must be listed in VA’s TRM. FIPS 140-2 is required for data at rest and data in transit when it contains PII/PHI/sensitive information. There are two methods for this. One is the device itself provides full-device encryption for all storage and have a protected connection back to VA; the other is the application must be `wrapped` by a FIPS 140-2 validated solution. This would protect the information on a device that does not have data protected any other way.
- System owners should use the latest version of this product and monitor both the CVE Details and NIST National Vulnerability Database websites for any new security vulnerabilities.
- Based on CISA recommendations in their Guide to Security Remote Access Software, Organizations should limit the number of remote access solutions due to the HIGH risk of exploit (due to their ability to bypass multiple security and risk management solutions). Other VA authorized solutions should be considered.
- The referenced cryptographic module should not be included by Federal Agencies in new procurements. Agencies may make a risk determination on whether to continue using this module based on their own assessment of where and how it is used.
| | | [13] | Users should check with their supervisor, Information System Security Officer (ISSO) or local OIT representative for permission to download and use this software. Downloaded software must always be scanned for viruses prior to installation to prevent adware or malware. Freeware may only be downloaded directly from the primary site that the creator of the software has advertised for public download and user or development community engagement. Users should note, any attempt by the installation process to install any additional, unrelated software is not authorized and the user should take the proper steps to decline those installations. |
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| Note: |
At the time of writing, version 24.3.1 is the most current version, released 11/13/2024. |
