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Top 5 Reasons for Securing Your PKI With an HSM
Entrust highlights the importance of securing public key infrastructure by using hardware security modules to establish a strong root of trust. HSMs protect critical cryptographic keys at the highest standard and help organizations comply with regulations such as FIPS, GDPR, and PCI DSS. Unlike software-based key storage, which can be vulnerable to extraction by attackers, HSMs provide secure, tamper-resistant environments with role-based access controls. These capabilities ensure that sensitive keys remain protected, reduce the risk of breaches, and help organizations maintain trust, compliance, and strong overall security posture.
