If I have an existing nCipher nShield HSM, do I need to buy an additional module license or CodeSafe license for the Echidna ISO-9564 Card PIN validation?

No.

Do your HSMs comply with U.S. Government approved FIPS standards?

Yes. nCipher nShield HSM series are certified to FIPS 140-2 Level 3.

Can Salt Group advice on best practices when it comes to HSM-based key usage?

Yes. Salt Group’s Advanced Solutions Group (ASG) has extensive knowledge around HSM based key management. Continue reading “Can Salt Group advice on best practices when it comes to HSM-based key usage?”

We are new to a HSM eco-system. Can Salt Group help us getting up to speed?

Yes. Salt Group’s Advanced Solutions Group (ASG) has many years of experience around nCipher nShield HSMs.
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Can Salt Group help our organisation with HSMs commissioning?

nCipher nShield HSM key ceremony procedures can be provided as part of Safetronic (previously known as SafeSign Authentication Server) and Echidna.

What HSMs does Echidna support?

Echidna supports HSMs through the PKCS#11 Java Cryptography Provider. Continue reading “What HSMs does Echidna support?”

What HSM models can I buy from Salt Group?

nCipher nShield HSM series such as Network connect, PCI card and USB connected models.