Elastic Secures FedRAMP High Authorization for Cloud Hosted
Event summary
- Elastic Cloud Hosted achieved FedRAMP® High authorization on AWS GovCloud (US) as of March 31, 2026.
- The authorization allows U.S. federal agencies to deploy Elastic Cloud Hosted for high-impact workloads and sensitive government data.
- FedRAMP High is the most rigorous security baseline, requiring over 400 security controls.
- Elastic Cloud Hosted is also FedRAMP Moderate authorized, providing flexibility for agency-specific mission requirements.
The big picture
Elastic's FedRAMP High authorization positions it to support critical federal missions, aligning with broader trends in government cybersecurity and Zero Trust initiatives. This milestone underscores the growing importance of secure cloud solutions for handling sensitive data, particularly in sectors like national security and public health.
What we're watching
- Market Expansion
- How Elastic's FedRAMP High authorization will accelerate its adoption among federal agencies handling highly sensitive data.
- Competitive Positioning
- Whether this move strengthens Elastic's position against competitors in the federal cloud services market.
- Regulatory Compliance
- The pace at which other cloud service providers achieve similar high-level security authorizations.
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