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, which is the 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 code or documents, and the cryptographic signing of a document to prevent unauthorized modifications
- the definition and initialization of ecosystems like public key infrastructures (PKIs) to which access will only be granted through authentication
- conditional access
- commonly used database encryption to secure data at rest
- 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, amongst others.
Your company or business is not included in this selection of applications?
Get in touch with us at hsm@utimaco.com to discuss your requirements. We will jointly find a solution and partner(s) that can cater to your needs.
authentication
Hardware Security Modules generate, manage and store the secure cryptographic keys that are required for authenticating a user or...
blockchain
Blockchain is a technology that promises to change how data is stored and businesses operate. It is important to...
code signing
Make sure to store your code signing certificate in an HSM to ensure the integrity and authenticity of your...
database encryption
Data is increasingly becoming the focus of modern enterprises. Organizations collect, process and store massive amounts of data on...
document signing
Store your certificates and keys for the signing process in an HSM to prevent others from signing documents with...
key injection
Key injection is the starting point for securely managing a device over its product lifetime in the IoT. Key...
post-quantum crypto agility
Quantum computers are coming – the only question is when. Once they are available, some of the main asymmetric...
public key infrastructure (PKI)
Use public key infrastructure (PKI) with Utimaco HSMs as the Root of Trust to secure the Internet of Things....
random number generator (RNG)
True random numbers are the foundation of strong, unique encryption keys. A random number generator (RNG) is a function...
