What is Hardware Security Modules?

A Hardware Security Module (HSM) is a dedicated hardware device used to securely manage, process, and store cryptographic keys. HSMs provide a tamper-resistant environment for cryptographic operations, protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance with security regulations. They are commonly used for key generation, key storage, encryption, decryption, digital signing, and authentication in various applications, including payment systems, cloud security, database security, and certificate management.