{es} {version} requires Java 17 or later. There is not yet a FIPS-certified security module for Java 17 that you can use when running {es} {version} in FIPS 140-2 mode. If you run in FIPS 140-2 mode, you will either need to request an exception from your security organization to upgrade to {es} {version}, or remain on {es} 7.x until Java 17 is certified. ifeval::["{release-state}"=="released"] Alternatively, consider using {ess} in the https://www.elastic.co/industries/public-sector/fedramp[FedRAMP-certified GovCloud region]. endif::[]