Certification Type
Also: Certification Type, Certification Types
Definition
Verbatim from FedRAMP/rules
The form of assurance that a cloud service offering supplies to federal government customers following FedRAMP Practices, either Rev5 or 20x. Rev5 follows a legacy approach based primarily on documented plans while 20x follows a modern approach based primarily on measured outcomes.
Used in 1 rule requirement
This term is a defined part of the following FedRAMP rule requirements — when it appears in a rule, this definition applies precisely.
Change history
2026-06-24Official launch of the FedRAMP Consolidated Rules for 2026.