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End-to-End FIPS

Enterprise Istio FIPS Platform

For organizations operating in regulated environments, data protection isn’t optional - it’s a mandate. Whether you're deploying workloads in FedRAMP environments, building DoD IL5/6-compliant platforms, or need end-to-end TLS with validated cryptographic modules, your service mesh and API infrastructure must be FIPS 140-2 validated.

FIPS complete stack

All Building Blocks for FIPS Compliance

EnRoute FIPS

An ingress API gateway purpose-built for multi-tenancy, fine-grained rate limiting, and high-performance traffic routing. FIPS EnRoute extends zero-trust at the perimeter, supports Envoy filters, and integrates seamlessly with FIPS Istio for uniform policy propagation.

Envoy FIPS

Hardened Envoy proxy built with a FIPS-compliant SSL backend. Ensures all TLS operations adhere to NIST cryptographic standards - no compromise on latency or observability.

Istio FIPS

Service mesh with mutual TLS (mTLS), workload identity, and policy enforcement - all underpinned by FIPS-compliant cryptographic libraries. Supports sidecar or ambient mesh modes, with full traceability and telemetry.

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Zero Trust Architecture

Protect applications, users, and business assets across multi-cloud environments using a Zero Trust security model for secure microservices.

Strengthen Cyber Resilience
Reduce Operational Complexity
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Federal IT Ecosystem

By aligning with federal priorities, Saaras’s FIPS-validated service mesh empowers agencies to modernize securely, reduce operational risk, and meet compliance benchmarks.

Fine-Grained, Adaptive Security
Zero Trust by Default
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Secure, FIPS-Certified Service Mesh for Regulated Environments

A FIPS-compliant build of Istio designed to support compliance efforts, streamline your FedRAMP approval process, and safeguard your applications.

A security-hardened, high-performance build based on 100% upstream Istio and Envoy.
FIPS-compliant Istio builds tailored for use in FedRAMP-authorized environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does FIPS 140-2 validation mean for my organization?

FIPS 140-2 validation ensures that cryptographic modules meet stringent government security standards. This is required for federal agencies and contractors handling sensitive data, and provides the highest level of cryptographic assurance for enterprise environments.

How does FIPS Stack compare to implementing FIPS components separately?

FIPS Stack eliminates the complexity of coordinating multiple FIPS validations from different vendors. Instead of managing separate certifications, integrations, and support contracts, you get a unified, validated solution with single-vendor accountability.

What's the performance impact of FIPS validation?

FIPS Stack is designed to maintain high performance while meeting compliance requirements. Our FIPS-validated components deliver the same throughput and low latency as standard versions, ensuring security doesn't compromise performance.

Is Istio FIPS 140-2 compliant?

Yes, Istio can be made FIPS 140-2 compliant, but it is not compliant by default. To achieve compliance, you must use FIPS-specific Istio distributions (compiled with BoringCrypto) and run them on a FIPS-enabled host operating system. Standard upstream Istio images use non-validated cryptographic modules and do not meet Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) requirements out of the box.

What support is available for compliance requirements?

FIPS Stack includes dedicated compliance support with government clearance expertise, comprehensive documentation for audits, 24/7 enterprise support, and professional services for implementation and certification assistance.