In today’s scenario, marked by constantly evolving digital threats, corporate data security is undeniably important. Here, Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) emerge as key allies.
An HSM is a dedicated solution designed to protect and manage cryptographic keys, offering a robust barrier against breaches and guaranteeing the integrity of companies’ critical information.
Let’s explore other benefits of HSM that impact corporate data security.
Benefits of Using an HSM for Corporate Data Security
The first benefit of HSM that we can highlight when talking about protection against corporate data breaches is compliance with regulatory requirements such as the
General Data Protection Act (
LGPD
)
.
HSMs guarantee the protection of cryptographic keys and sensitive information, making it easier to comply with strict regulations. In addition, they play a vital role in audits and the implementation of robust security policies, reinforcing data governance.
Let’s look at other benefits related to using HSM for corporate data security.
High Performance and Availability
Hardware Security Modules are designed to handle high volumes of cryptographic transactions without compromising performance.
They are ideal for environments that require fast and secure data processing, such as high-availability and high-performance systems.
The use cases demonstrate that HSMs offer superior performance even under extreme conditions, guaranteeing availability and operational efficiency.
Scalability and Flexibility in Hybrid and Cloud Environments
The Hardware Security Modules adapt perfectly to different IT configurations, including hybrid and cloud environments.
HSMs offer the flexibility needed by companies with constantly evolving IT infrastructures, guaranteeing consistent security in all environments.
This ability to adapt to different scenarios is fundamental for organizations seeking growth and technological innovation.
Reduced operating costs
In addition to corporate data security, in the long term HSMs can mean a substantial reduction in operating costs. They reduce the need for manual intervention, promoting automation and centralized management of cryptographic keys.
This translates into savings in time and resources, making processes more efficient and cost-effective.
Administrative Simplification and Operational Efficiency
The administration of cryptographic resources is simplified with the use of HSMs. The devices enable centralized and secure key management, reducing operational complexity and increasing efficiency.
Enhanced security against breaches and attacks
The Hardware Security Modules raise the level of security, protecting organizations against breaches and cyber attacks.
The technology used by HSMs establishes institutional trust, ensuring that sensitive information is safe from external and internal threats.
Corporate Data Security: Get to know Thales HSM
Thales
Thales Hardware Security Modules
offer a robust and reliable security solution that is crucial for protecting data in a business environment.
Thales HSMs are dedicated devices that play a critical role in protecting and managing the lifecycle of cryptographic keys, acting as trust anchors for the cryptographic infrastructure of organizations with high security requirements.
Thales HSMs: Market Leadership
Thales is the world’s leading supplier of general-purpose hardware security modules. Thales’ Luna HSM product family represents the most secure, high-performance and easy-to-integrate HSM solution available on the market today.
The equipment is specifically designed to balance security, high performance and usability, making it ideal for business, financial and government organizations.
Thales offers a variety of HSMs to meet different needs and environments:
Luna Network HSM
A network-connected HSM providing high assurance protection for encryption keys used in local, virtual and cloud environments.
Luna PCIe HSM
A PCI-E embedded HSM, widely used by governments, financial institutions and large companies, offering cryptographic acceleration and high assurance protection for encryption keys.
Luna USB HSM
Provides industry-leading key management in a portable device, ideal for offline key storage.
In addition to catering for a variety of corporate scenarios, with the aim of guaranteeing the security of corporate data, Thales’ HSM products feature an innovative architecture with strategic solutions that have a direct impact on companies’ information security strategy.
Backup and Centralized Control Solutions
- Crypto Command Center: Enables centralized HSM-as-a-service deployments, leveraging Thales’ market-leading Luna Network HSM.
- Luna Cloud HSM Services: Stores and manages cryptographic keys, establishing a common root of trust across all applications and services, while maintaining full control of the keys at all times.
- Luna Backup HSM Solutions: Thales offers flexible options to maintain business continuity, with offline and cloud HSM backup solutions, following the best security practices by keeping keys on hardware throughout their lifecycle.
Unparalleled security
Thales Hardware Security Modules are designed with maximum key security in mind, with a unique hardware key approach. The cryptographic keys are securely isolated within the HSM’s tamper-resistant hardware, ensuring that the keys never leave the device.
Flexibility and Compliance
Thales HSMs offer an unparalleled combination of features, including central key and policy management, robust encryption support, flexible integration and much more, empowering organizations to protect themselves against evolving threats.
In addition, Thales Hardware Security Modules are FIPS 140-2 (Levels 2 and 3) and Common Criteria EAL 4+ certified, demonstrating a commitment to security and compliance.
Thales HSMs represent the state of the art in corporate data security, offering flexible, secure and scalable solutions to meet changing business needs.
With its commitment to innovation and compliance, Thales stands out as a reliable partner for companies looking to protect their most sensitive information.
Eval is an Official Thales Partner
The partnership between Eval and Thales
represents a significant milestone in the field of data security.
As an official Thales partner, Eval has privileged access to cutting-edge technologies in Hardware Security Modules, providing its customers with data security solutions that are not only advanced, but also customized to meet their specific needs.
Eval, taking advantage of its specialist knowledge and access to Thales solutions, is well placed to offer customized solutions.
Whether in on-premises environments, in the cloud or in hybrid configurations, Eval can configure Thales Hardware Security Modules to adapt perfectly to the specific needs of each customer, thus ensuring optimized and efficient data protection.
Specialized Support and Consulting
The partnership also means that Eval can provide comprehensive support and expert advice on Thales’ products.
Eval’s team is trained and updated on the latest innovations and best practices from Thales, ensuring that customers receive not only the best solutions, but also the best support and guidance in implementing and maintaining these solutions.
The partnership between Eval and Thales is more than just a collaboration, it is a convergence of experience, knowledge and cutting-edge technology to provide unrivaled data security solutions.
By choosing Eval as their data security partner, organizations are guaranteed to be investing in a solution that not only protects their vital information, but also prepares them for the challenges ahead in the cybersecurity landscape.
To strengthen the security of your corporate data,
come and talk to an Eval specialist
. This is the opportunity to take a step forward in protecting your business’s vital information.
About Eval
With a track record of leadership and innovation dating back to 2004, Eval not only keeps up with technological trends, but we are also in an incessant quest to bring news by offering solutions and services that make a difference to people’s lives.
With market recognized value, Eval’s solutions and services meet the highest regulatory standards for public and private organizations, such as SBIS, ITI, PCI DSS, and LGPD. In practice, we promote the security of sensitive information and compliance, increase companies’ operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Innovate now, lead always: get to know Eval’s solutions and services and take your company to the next level.
Eval, safety is value.
Written by Arnaldo Miranda, Evaldo.Ai, proofread by Marcelo Tiziano and designed by Caio Silva.
