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# Full disk encryption

# Full disk encryption {#ariaid-title1}

* Freigeben Version: Australia
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* Aktualisiert 12. März 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 Minute Lesedauer

Full disk encryption (FDE) applies encryption to the entire storage system within the
database server only, because this is the only customer data-storing component. FDE protects only
against physical loss or theft of storage devices. When encrypted disk servers are powered on and
providing data, the encryption provides no additional protection.

## Full disk encryption {#full-disk-encryption__section_xtp_dcr_qlb}

Full disk encryption may be relevant to heavily regulated organizations, but can add
significant cost to a customer's ServiceNow deployment. Measures in place
by ServiceNow to mitigate loss or theft of storage devices may also be a
factor in its selection.

From the ServiceNow AI Platform perspective, all data flows in decrypted.

Commercial environments use full disk encryption (FDE) with FIPS 140 validated hardware or
storage devices that are in the process of validation along with a ServiceNow dedicated hardware option at extra cost. FDE applies to the
hardware itself, and therefore provides encryption at rest for all data stored in every instance
assigned to you.

For further details on selecting FDE and dedicated hardware options, contact your ServiceNow representative.