Cryptography
HSM硬件设备
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
证书颁发机构将其根签名密钥存储在通过FIPS认证的HSM硬件设备中，以确保物理和逻辑上的防护。
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
