Cryptography
جهاز HSM
A dedicated hardware device designed to securely generate, manage, and store cryptographic keys, and perform cryptographic operations in compliance with security standards (e.g., FIPS 140-3).
Quick answer: A dedicated hardware device designed to securely generate, manage, and store cryptographic keys, and perform cryptographic operations in compliance with security standards (e.g., FIPS 140-3).
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Definition
A dedicated hardware device designed to securely generate, manage, and store cryptographic keys, and perform cryptographic operations in compliance with security standards (e.g., FIPS 140-3).
Operational example
The certificate authority stores its root signing keys in a FIPS-validated HSM appliance to ensure physical and logical protection against compromise.
Localized example
تخزن سلطة الشهادات مفاتيح التوقيع الجذرية في جهاز HSM معتمد من FIPS لضمان الحماية المادية والمنطقية ضد الاختراق.
Definition language
English reference definition
Source
ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, MITRE ATT&CK
Exam relevance
- CISSP
- CompTIA Security+
- CEH
Target audience
- SOC Analysts
- Security Engineers
- Incident Responders
