OpenAI · Coding agent
Is Codex (desktop app and CLI) signed in to a FedRAMP workspace FedRAMP authorized? Can I use it with CUI?
Can I use it with CUI?
Yes, with conditions
OpenAI documents Codex desktop and Codex CLI use with a FedRAMP ChatGPT workspace or a FedRAMP API key, with minimum client versions and a managed requirements.toml. Only models available in the FedRAMP environment can be used.
Checked Oct 17, 2026
The facts
- FedRAMP status
- Authorizedsource: fedramp.gov
- FedRAMP level
- Moderatesource: fedramp.gov
- Marketplace detail
- Covered when used with a FedRAMP ChatGPT workspace or a FedRAMP-enabled API organizationsource: fedramp.gov
- DoD Impact Level
- Not established
- GSA OneGov deal
- Yessource: gsa.gov
- FedRAMP Marketplace package
- FR2533155773source: fedramp.gov
Notes
Requires desktop app 26.1002.51308+ or Codex CLI 0.162.0+. Admins enable Codex Local access in the FedRAMP workspace.
Not legal advice. A CUI answer here describes what public authorization records say, not whether your specific contract, data or configuration is compliant. Confirm with your contracting officer, assessor or counsel.
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