Applications
The most secure way to enable applications based on cryptographic keys is through the use of Hardware Security Modules (HSMs). They generate, store, manage and securely decommission cryptographic keys. HSMs are considered the first choice for providing a Root of Trust and securing the privacy, authenticity and integrity of data and people, e.g. in the internet of Things.
HSM applications
The wide range of use cases for Hardware Security Modules
The main mechanisms for securing data, documents, identities or code while in transit and at rest are enabled by cryptographic keys or functions. Via applications such as:
Key Injection
Injection of a cryptographic key into a chip to provide it with a unique identity (e.g. for anti-piracy or supply chain transparency reasons)
Timestamping
Timestamping code or documents, and the cryptographic signing of document to prevent unauthorized modifications
Public Key Infrastructure
The definition and initialization of ecosystems like public key infrastructures (PKIs) to which access will only be granted through authentication
Conditional Access
Conditional access is a set of policies and configurations that control which devices have access to various services and data sources
Database Encryption
Commonly used database encryption to secure data at rest
Random Number Generation
Random number generation which ensures a high quality of the utilized keys and uniqueness of transactions
You may use Utimaco HSMs in the following applications or use cases here below
Authentication
Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) generate, manage and store the secure cryptographic keys that are required for authenticating a user or device in a broader network...
Blockchain
Blockchain is a technology that promises to change how data is stored and businesses operate. It is important to ensure that the blockchain, and the data that it stores, is properly...
Code Signing
Code signing is a powerful tool to assure system integrity and to prevent tampering. Make sure to store your code signing certificate in an HSM to ensure the integrity...
Database Encryption
Data is increasingly becoming the focus of modern enterprises. Organizations collect, process and store massive amounts of data on a daily basis. They aim to create...
Document Signing
Store your certificates and keys for the signing process in an HSM to prevent others from signing documents with your keys. It is necessary to be certain...
Key Injection
Key injection is the starting point for securely managing a device over its product lifetime in the IoT. Key injection gives every device an identity.
Post-quantum Crypto Agility
Quantum computers will decimate the security infrastructure of the digital economy - the only question is when. Once they are available...
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Use public key infrastructure (PKI) with Utimaco HSMs as the Roof of Trust to secure the internet of Things. A PKI can provide:...
Random Number Generator (RNG)
True random numbers are the foundation of strong, unique, encryption keys. A random number generator (RNG) is a function or device...
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