Quantum-Safe Next-Generation
Key Management

Uncompromised Security for Cryptographic Keys to Protect Transactions and Sensitive Data

What is QHSM

enQase's Quantum Hardware Security Module (QHSM) is a high-assurance, tamper-resistant solution designed to securely store, protect, and manage cryptographic keys. Built with cutting-edge Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms, QHSM provides unparalleled protection against both current and future quantum threats. This network-attached appliance offers market-leading performance, crypto agility, and centralized key management.

Benefits and Features of QHSM

Secure Key Management

QHSM generates, stores, and manages cryptographic keys in a tamper-proof environment, ensuring security for mission-critical applications.

Sign and Verify

QHSM securely handles signing and verification, ensuring the integrity of sensitive data and communications.

Data Sovereignty

QHSM gives organizations full control over cryptographic operations and key storage, ensuring data sovereignty.

Quantum-Safe Protection

QHSM uses quantum-safe algorithms, protecting communications and cryptographic processes against future quantum threats.

Compliance

QHSM meets FIPS-2 and other stringent security standards, supporting organizations with regulatory compliance.

Tamper-Proof

QHSM ensures that any unauthorized access or tampering attempts are detected and prevented by automatically shutting down in case of discrepancy.

Defense Applications

Secure Communication for Defence Forces:

QHSM securely stores cryptographic keys for encrypting and decrypting military communications, protecting sensitive data like emails and real-time information, and ensuring authenticity and integrity through signing and verification.

Classified Document Signing and Verification:

QHSM securely manages cryptographic keys for digitally signing documents, ensuring their authenticity and preventing forgery, so sensitive orders and communications come from authorized officials.

Key Management for Military Cryptographic Systems:

QHSM manages cryptographic keys for secure transmission, signing, and verification, with hardware-based protection for military data and communications.

National Security - Secure Access to Classified Systems:

QHSM securely manages cryptographic keys for multi-factor authentication, ensuring only authorized personnel have access to sensitive systems, enhancing database and network security.

Key Features Comparison

Features
enQase QHSM
Traditional HSM
Quantum-Safe Encryption
Built with Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms, providing protection against both current and future quantum threats.
Vulnerable to quantum attacks, as it lacks quantum-safe encryption.
Performance
Optimized for speed, capable of over 14,000 RSA operations per second, ensuring high-speed cryptographic processes.
Typically slower, not optimized for environments demanding high cryptographic throughput.
Future-Proof Security
Designed to withstand both current and emerging quantum threats, securing your data now and in the quantum future.
Limited to current cryptographic standards and susceptible to obsolescence as quantum threats emerge.
Centralized Key Management
Integrated with the Maestro Command Module, offering centralized, intuitive management of cryptographic resources.
It may involve complex management processes, often lacking centralized control.
Scalability
Highly scalable, ideal for enterprises managing large volumes of cryptographic operations across distributed systems.
Less scalable and efficient, often not designed to handle high volumes or complex cryptographic needs.
Compliance with Future Standards
Built to meet both current and upcoming cryptographic standards, ensuring long-term regulatory compliance.
Adheres to existing standards but may require costly updates to meet future compliance requirements.