--- sourceDocument: Store Version History Release Notes sourceDocumentLink: https://www.servicenow.com/docs/r/store-release-notes Release : - store ft:locale : - en-US ft:publication_title : - Store Version History Release Notes ft:clusterId : - rnst bundleId : - rnst --- # Kubernetes Visibility Agent release notes # Kubernetes Visibility Agent release notes {#ariaid-title1} Release version: Store Updated September 10, 2026 ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 2 minutes to read Summarize ![AI sparkle icon](https://servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ai-sparkle-icon) Summarized using AI This content was generated using new OpenAI-powered functionality. Results are provided on an as is basis and are not guaranteed to be accurate or complete. ## Summary of Kubernetes Visibility Agent release notes The Kubernetes Visibility Agent (KVA) is a ServiceNow application designed to provide advanced monitoring and continuous discovery of Kubernetes resources. It ensures your Configuration Management Database (CMDB) remains accurate by promptly detecting and reporting changes across various Kubernetes environments, including on-premises clusters and major cloud services like Amazon EKS, Google GKE, Azure AKS, Red Hat OpenShift, and Rancher. KVA deploys as a Deployment resource within your cluster, using an Informer pod to connect to the Kubernetes API server and efficiently process resource events. Show full answer Show less ## Key Features * **Embedded Syft Scanner (Version 3.16.1, Sept 2026):** Generates software composition reports for container images directly within the cluster without requiring a MID Server or third-party tools. * **FIPS 140 Compliance:** The main Informer and Informer DaemonSet components now comply with FIPS 140 security standards. * **Integrated Cilium (Version 3.15.0, June 2026):** Retrieves Kubernetes resource connectivity data to create detailed service maps. * **Automatic Cluster Retirement:** Clusters and related resources can be automatically retired based on configurable inactivity periods. * **Licensing Model Update:** Transition from container-based to image-based licensing for KVA. * **Expanded Service Mapping (Version 3.14.1, March 2026):** Service maps now include Kubernetes and related service resources beyond the Kubernetes environment, with support for micro-services and KubeVirt VMs added to the CMDB. * **Support for Oracle Kubernetes Engine (OKE):** KVA pods can run in OKE environments. * **Enhanced TLS Security:** Option to enforce TLS 1.3 connections between Informer and ServiceNow instance. * **External IP Discovery:** Ability to discover external IP addresses of Kubernetes Services using helm flags. * **Informer Enhancements:** Support for GCP secrets to store ServiceNow instance credentials and custom root certificate authorities for secure connections. * **Complex Filter Logic:** Improved filtering options for configuration item deletion strategies and optional liveness and health probes for namespace CIs. ## What This Means for ServiceNow Customers By deploying the Kubernetes Visibility Agent, you gain comprehensive, real-time visibility into your Kubernetes infrastructure, improving operational efficiency and accuracy of the CMDB. The embedded scanning and service mapping features enhance security and service understanding without additional tooling requirements. The automatic retirement of inactive clusters helps maintain a clean environment. Updated compliance and security standards ensure that KVA aligns with enterprise security policies. Integration with multiple cloud providers and Kubernetes environments supports hybrid and multi-cloud strategies seamlessly. Version history for the Kubernetes Visibility Agent application on the ServiceNow Store. Important: For details on system requirements and family compatibility, view the application listing on the [ServiceNow Store](https://store.servicenow.com/sn_appstore_store.do#!/store/home) website. ## Version history Version 3.16.1 - September 2026 : * New: Kubernetes Visibility Agent (KVA) includes an embedded Syft scanner that generates software composition reports for container images. The scanner runs in the cluster, so it requires no MID Server or additional third-party tooling. * Changed: The main Informer and the Informer DaemonSet are FIPS 140 compliant. Version 3.15.0 - June 2026 : * New: * Integrated Cilium with KVA to retrieve Kubernetes resource connectivity data for creating service maps * Added the ability to automatically retire Kubernetes clusters and related resources when no activity is detected within a configurable time period * Changed: Updated KVA licensing to an image-based model, replacing the previous container-based approach Version 3.14.1 - March 2026 : * Informer Version 2.7.1 - \[March 2026 Store Release\]: * New: * Service maps now include Kubernetes and all related service resources beyond the Kubernetes environment. * Kubernetes Service Maps offer more control over the CI visualization. * KubeVirt VMs running in Kubernetes are being now added to the CMDB. * Service mapping with KVA for micro-services is supported. * KVA pod can run in an OKE (Oracle Kubernetes Engine) environment. {#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__ul_a5m_hlx_l3c} {#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__ul_lng_hlx_l3c} * Fixed: KVA now populates ObjectID in alignment with SGC for EKS, AKS and GKE cluster environments. {#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__ul_jf1_hlx_l3c} Version 3.13.0 - December 2025 : * New: Additional control over the CIs displayed in Kubernetes Service MapsBring KubeVirt VMs running in Kubernetes into the CMDB * Changed: Option to force TLS 1.3 connection between Informer and SN instanceDiscover External IP addresses of K8s Service using helm flag Version 3.11.0 - August 2025 : * Informer Version 2.5.0 * New: * New Service Mapping feature. * Enhancement of complex filter logic for config map * CI deletion strategy for namespace CI * optional liveness and health probe support. {#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__ul_wbg_mln_bgc} {#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__ul_wmp_kln_bgc} * Informer Version 2.4.0 * New: * GCP secrets support for Storing the ServiceNow instance credentials. * Support for custom root certificate authority while Informer connects to the instance. {#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__ul_xjs_lln_bgc} {#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__ul_nlc_lln_bgc} {#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__ul_xxz_jln_bgc} Version 3.10.2 - March 2025 : Kubernetes Visibility Agent offers cutting-edge monitoring for Kubernetes resources, performing continuous discovery and promptly reporting changes. It keeps your Configuration Management Database (CMDB) up to date with the latest data for optimal accuracy. Upon deployment, KVA sets up a Deployment resource in your cluster, featuring anInformer pod. This pod connects to the Kubernetes API server, efficiently receiving and processing resource events. Achieve unparalleled visibility into your on-premises Kubernetes clusters and cloud deployments, including Amazon EKS, Google GKE, Azure AKS, Red Hat OpenShift, and Rancher. Enhance your resource management and operational efficiency with Kubernetes Visibility Agent.{#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__latest-store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent} {#store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent__latest-store-rn-itom-kubernetes-visibility-agent}