In today's digital landscape, ensuring the security of Java applications is paramount, particularly in environments where stringent regulatory requirements must be met. The Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) provides a framework for cryptographic modules used in computer systems by the U.S. federal government and its contractors.
As developers, staying informed about the various cryptographic methods and standards will not only help you create applications that are robust but can withstand potential security threats. One such standard is FIPS-140-3, which helps to ensure that cryptographic operations are done in a secure and reliable way.
In this blog, we'll break down FIPS-140-3 in a way that it is easy for beginners to grasp. We will cover what FIPS is and why it's important; the common cryptographic operations used in FIPS; along with a step-by-step guide on how to integrate FIPS in a Java application.
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Reshma Joseph
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