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5.x |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
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6.7 |
Unapproved |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
6.8.x |
Unapproved |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
6.9.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
6.10.x |
Unapproved |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
6.11.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
6.12.x |
Unapproved |
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Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
6.13.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
6.14.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
6.15.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
6.16.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
7.3.5 |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
7.4.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
8.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
9.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
11.4.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
12.5.x |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
11.1.29 LTS |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
12.4.x LTS |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
13.1.x |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
13.1.x LTS |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
13.7.x |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
DIVEST [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
14.x.x |
Approved w/Constraints [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Approved w/Constraints [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Approved w/Constraints [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Authorized w/ Constraints [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Authorized w/ Constraints [32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (DIVEST) [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
15.2.x |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints (POA&M) |
Authorized w/ Constraints [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Authorized w/ Constraints [32, 33, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42] |
Note: |
At the time of writing, version 15.2.0 is the most current version, released 02/27/2025. |
| | [32] | If this product uses a MySQL database, the product must be configured with a commercial edition of the MySQL Database, which currently has TRM constraints limiting its use for intranet and non-sensitive data only due to its many known security issues. If a commercial edition of MySQL is selected for use with this product, these factors must be considered especially when an instance of this product will be considered a Moderate or High-Risk system. See MySQL Database – Commercial Edition TRM entry for more details. | | [33] | 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. | | [35] | In cases where the technology is used for external connections, a full Enterprise Security Change Control Board (ESCCB) review is required in accordance VA Directive 6004 , VA Directive 6517, and VA Directive 6513. The local ISSO (Information System Security Officer) can advise on the ESCCB review process. | | [37] | Users must ensure that My Structured Query Language Database - Commercial Editions, Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) and Apache Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) Server 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 Maria Database (MariaDB) Server as it is, at the time of writing, unapproved in the TRM.
The system must be configured to use the FIPS 140-2 encryption available in the underlying infrastructure to protect sensitive data at rest.
The information system and all of its dependencies must go through the VA Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process; it requires an official management decision, given by a senior agency official, to authorize operation of an information system and to explicitly accept the risk to agency operations (including mission, functions, image, or reputation), agency assets, or individuals, based on the implementation of an agreed-upon set of security controls. The result of a successful A&A is an Authorization to Operate (ATO). This is required before the Enterprise Security Change Control Board (ESCCB) can begin a review.
The use of externally hosted instances of this technology is not permitted without Enterprise Security Change Control Board (ESCCB) review and approval to ensure that confidential organization and/or Personally Identifiable Information (PII) or Protected Health information (PHI) data are not compromised.
Use of public cloud storage requires documented Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) compliance and/or a Memorandum of Understanding/Interconnection Security Agreement (MOU/ISA) between the vendor and VA prior to ESCCB review.
Per the Initial Product Review, users must abide by the following constraints:
- REDCap will require a 3rd party FIPS 140-2 certified solution for any data containing PHI/PII or VA sensitive information.
- There are 18 pieces of information that are considered PHI identifiers. REDCap provides the means to identify the variables that contain PHI.
- When a new field is added in a project, make sure “Yes” is selected in the “Identifier?” property. Do this for all fields containing PHI. This way REDCap will know what data to limit to those who only have the clearance to see de-identified data.
- Set up User Rights to control who has access to PHI. The “User Rights” module is where who has access to what data is defined. Users permissions can be set to include either a full data set or a de-identified data set. Users can also be granted or denied access to specific instruments in a project. If a project contains PHI, it is imperative to limit who has access to that information in the project.
- Only TRM authorized Commercial Edition of mySQL should be used and mySQL must be configured following the baseline configuration (Baseline).
- 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.
Systems owners and Administrators should ensure the latest authorized version of this product is installed and must be included on the list of applications for continuous monitoring for published vulnerabilities, updates, and patches.
| | [38] | 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. | | [39] | 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. | | [40] | 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). | | [41] | Users must ensure that My Structured Query Language (MySQL) Database - Commercial Editions, Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) and Apache Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) Server 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 Maria Database (MariaDB) Server, as it, at the time of writing, requires a POA&M.
The system must be configured to use the FIPS 140-2 encryption available in the underlying infrastructure to protect sensitive data at rest.
The information system and all of its dependencies must go through the VA Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process; it requires an official management decision, given by a senior agency official, to authorize operation of an information system and to explicitly accept the risk to agency operations (including mission, functions, image, or reputation), agency assets, or individuals, based on the implementation of an agreed-upon set of security controls. The result of a successful A&A is an Authorization to Operate (ATO). This is required before the Enterprise Security Change Control Board (ESCCB) can begin a review.
The use of externally hosted instances of this technology is not permitted without Enterprise Security Change Control Board (ESCCB) review and approval to ensure that confidential organization and/or Personally Identifiable Information (PII) or Protected Health information (PHI) data are not compromised.
Use of public cloud storage requires documented Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) compliance and/or a Memorandum of Understanding/Interconnection Security Agreement (MOU/ISA) between the vendor and VA prior to ESCCB review.
Per the Initial Product Review, users must abide by the following constraints:
- REDCap is not Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-2 (or its successor) certified. REDCap will require a 3rd party FIPS 140-2 certified solution for any data containing PHI/PII or VA sensitive information.
- A MySQL database (version 5.5.5 and up) is a dependency of REDCap. System owners should only use a VA TRM Authorized version of MySQL and follow
the baseline configuration guide. Only TRM authorized Commercial Edition of MySQL should be used and MySQL must be configured following the baseline configuration (Baseline).
- REDCap can be deployed on premise or in a cloud-based environment. Due to potential information security risks, SaaS/PaaS solutions must
complete the Business Integration and Outcomes Service (BIOS) 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.
- There are multiple published vulnerabilities for REDCap affecting versions up to and including 14.9.6. Systems owners and Administrators should ensure the latest authorized version of this product is installed and it must be included on the list of applications for continuous monitoring for published vulnerabilities, updates, and patches.
- PII/PHI can be stored in REDCap. There are at least 18 pieces of information that must be marked as Identifiers in a REDCap data dictionary are considered PII/PHI identifiers. When a new field is added in a project, make sure “Yes” is selected in the “Identifier?” property. Do this for all fields containing PHI. This way REDCap will know what data to limit to those who only have the clearance to see de-identified data.
| | [42] | The Federal Information Processing standards (FIPS) 140-2 certification status of this technology was not able to be verified. This technology will require a 3rd party FIPS 140-2 or 140-3 certified solution for any data containing PHI/PII or VA sensitive information, where applicable. More information regarding the Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP) can be found on the NIST website. |
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