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Securosys CloudHSM Services provide users with access to HSM partitions.

Securosys CloudHSM Services partitions are available in both FIPS and non-FIPS modes.

  • FIPS mode partitions provide access to a limited set of FIPS approved cryptographic algorithms that adhere to the standards and requirements of the NIST. FIPS mode partitions use the latest FIPS 140-2 level 3 certified firmware.

  • Non-FIPS mode partitions provide access to an unrestricted set of cryptographic algorithms that includes the algorithms from the FIPS list as well as additional algorithms such as elliptic curves. Non-FIPS mode partitions use the latest firmware which includes updates, bug fixes and enhancements. As a result, non-FIPS partitions may be using a firmware which is not FIPS certified.

Refer to the list of supported Algorithms & Functions for a list of available FIPS and non-FIPS algorithms.

Securosys CloudHSM Services provisioned through Cloud Console provide access to a single partition per service. The partition is automatically generated and registered on service creation.