secunet Hardware Security Modules (HSM)

secunet Hardware Security Modules (HSM) are physical hardware devices that secure cryptographic operations and protect sensitive data from unauthorized access or modification. They are offered as a consulting and integration service alongside the hardware components themselves. Key capabilities: - Encryption of personal and sensitive data - Generation of signatures for certificates (Certification Authority operations) - Secure communication for web portals used by government agencies and banks - Generation of electronic tickets and timestamp service signatures - Support for all common cryptographic algorithms Security features: - Physical hardware and software protection via specialized enclosures and connectors - Multi-party (Mehr-Augen-Prinzip / multi-eye principle) access control - HSM components certified to recognized security standards - PCI DSS compliance support Performance and management: - Support for thousands of transactions per second - Large number of keys stored on a single HSM - Flexible and scalable key management with secure backup of keys and configuration data - High availability, load sharing, and load balancing support - Scalable performance secunet provides consulting services to assist organizations in selecting the appropriate HSM components based on technology requirements, certification needs, performance demands, and infrastructure integration. They also offer full integration services, role-based administration setup, and training for system developers. The solution has been deployed in large enterprises, public administrations, banks, and the automotive industry.