Discover why FIPS mode may fail to function in this detailed knowledge base article, exploring a single scenario and its underlying causes.

• FIPS mode fails to enable despite attempts.
• Running version 23.1R1.8
• No discernible errors occur during the activation process.

When hen dealing with FIPS take into consideration that not all versions are FIPS compliant. Versions that are at the moment FIPS compliant.

Ensure that you are using a certified FIPS release version of the software, as FIPS mode won't be enabled on uncertified versions.

https://apps.juniper.net/compliance/fips.html?p=SRX340&t=product

Refer to this link above, click on filter, right hand side filter option you will see the SRX model, select it and then you will see which versions are available for each SRX

Refer to the following documentation for additional details on this:

• Compliance Advisor
• Cryptographic Module Validation Program CMVP
• FIPS Evaluated Configuration Guide for SRX345, SRX345 Dual AC, SRX380, and SRX1500 Devices

Compliance Advisor

Cryptographic Module Validation Program CMVP

FIPS Evaluated Configuration Guide for SRX345, SRX345 Dual AC, SRX380, and SRX1500 Devices