Hardware Security Module (HSM) Solutions
Selecting a hardware security module (HSM) is a critical step in any cybersecurity journey. But not every HSM in the market is built to scale and adapt alongside your organization. Entrust nShield HSMs are hardened, tamper-resistant devices that protect your company’s most sensitive data. nShield hardware security modules are available in a range of FIPS 140-2 & 140-3 certified form factors and support a wide variety of deployment scenarios.
nShield HSMs provide a secure solution to:
Generate & protect your most sensitive keys from threats
Generate & protect root and certificate authority keys for PKIs
Protect the keys that protect privileged account credentials
Support post-quantum security requirements
Delivering market leading hardware security modules for over 25 years
Entrust hardware security modules integrate with over 150 alliance partner applications
Over 100,000 hardware security modules shipped globally to governments and leading banking, finance, and tech organizations
Top Benefits of Entrust nShield HSMs
Unlimited Scalability
Entrust’s unique Security World architecture provides support for unlimited key storage, unlike some alternative HSM solutions, while remaining simple to deploy and manage.
Field-Upgradable, Optimized Performance
The nShield 5 HSM models are up to 40% faster than previous versions, supporting the accelerating demand from applications requiring the highest levels of data security.
Post Quantum Ready
Entrust nShield Hardware Security Modules offer robust protection against post-quantum cybersecurity threats. These HSM solutions support NIST-standard post-quantum algorithms in firmware, enhanced with hardware-accelerated performance.
Future-Proof/Crypto-Agile
nShield 5 HSMs deliver crypto‑agility with a field‑programmable, secure FPGA accelerator. Multiple FPGA images offer a choice of classical, optimized hybrid and post‑quantum cryptography algorithms, while in‑field firmware updates enable rapid adoption of new algorithms, protecting long‑term investment, and lower total cost of ownership.
Flexibility
Entrust Security World equips teams with the flexibility they need to align their HSM deployment requirements with specific environment, operational approaches, and security needs.
Custom API
The native nCore API is designed to provide a more streamlined and efficient interface for interacting with nShield HSMs, helping organizations get the most value from their HSM products.
Backups Made Easy
With Security World, teams can back up HSM files using existing file management processes, and they can securely manage keys in the more convenient application layer, rather than the HSM layer.
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Our Portfolio
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The biggest challenge to reducing the quantum threat and migration to post‑quantum cryptography continues to be the inability to improve the discovery and inventory of cryptographic assets. - 2026 Global State of Post-Quantum and Cryptographic Security Trends
PKI: A cornerstone of digital security
Click through a guided demo of the Cryptographic Security Platform, which brings together the security features and capabilities of PKI and HSM solutions, with visibility, management, compliance support, and automation for keys, secrets, and certificates. Explore its benefits and capabilities in this demo.
Over 150 Entrust nShield HSM Partner Integrations
Entrust nShield HSMs provide high-assurance security for a broad range of common use cases. With more than 150 alliance partners and validated partner integrations available, our hardware security modules are uniquely built to mitigate risk and secure your critical business applications across multiple use cases.
We have a long history together and we’re extremely comfortable continuing to rely on Entrust solutions for the core of our business. We have used Entrust HSMs for five years and they have always been exceptionally reliable. We’ve layered a lot of code on top of the HSM; it delivers the performance we need and has proven to be a rock-solid foundation.
As a global payment solutions and commerce enablement leader, Verifone’s strategy is to develop and deploy “best in class” payment solutions and services that meet or exceed global security standards and help our clients securely accept electronic payments across all channels of commerce. We selected Entrust HSMs to provide robust security, unmatched performance, and superior scalability across our payment security platforms…
The Entrust nShield sales team provided excellent local and remote support during this evaluation period and was invaluable to the process. The excellent depth, breadth, and quality of the product documentation gave us confidence that the solution was well thought-out and supported.
Entrust provided the expertise needed to design and implement a tailored, secure VoIP solution.
Additional Resources
Buyer’s Guide for Hardware Security Modules
Make confident HSM purchasing decisions with this comprehensive guide. Discover deployment options, key features, and critical considerations to select the right FIPS-certified solution for your organization’s security and compliance requirements.
2026 Global State of Post-Quantum and Cryptographic Security Trends
Get the latest trends in post-quantum security, PKI, and HSMs to learn how your enterprise can eliminate operational overload while preparing for quantum computing.
Why You Need HSMs
Discover scalable, future-proof HSMs with unlimited key storage capacity.
Cryptography For Dummies
Build crypto-agility and post-quantum readiness with expert guidance.
HSMs are the Key to Quantum-Safe Security
Learn how hardware security modules deliver quantum-resistant protection for your cryptographic keys and prepare your organization for post-quantum threats.
nShield General Purpose Hardware Security Modules
Comprehensive FIPS-certified HSM solutions for enterprise cryptographic security.
What is a Hardware Security Module (HSM)?
Discover HSM fundamentals, certifications, and real-world security use cases.
Entrust Cryptographic Center of Excellence
Get support from cryptographic experts on governance, health checks, and more.
HSM Software Option Packs
Integrate nShield HSMs into your preferred environment with our software.
ZF Friedrichshafen AG Secures Wireless Manufacturing with Entrust nShield HSMs
Read the case study to see how a leading manufacturer uses Entrust nShield® HSMs to protect mission-critical processes and meet regulatory requirements.
Entrust and Microsec Accelerate the Autobahn’s Secure Smart Highway Project
Learn how Germany's highway operator, the Autobahn GmbH, decided to create a fully digital, connected, and automated traffic system built on the Cooperative Intelligent Transport System (C-ITS).
FAQs
What is a hardware security module and what does it do?
A hardware security module (HSM) is a tamper-resistant physical device that protects digital keys and performs cryptographic operations like encryption, decryption, and digital signing. It’s a trusted anchor for securing sensitive data and transactions.
What does HSM mean?
HSM stands for hardware security module—trusted devices that ensure your most sensitive cryptographic keys and processes are secure and compliant.
What’s the difference between HSM and TPM?
An HSM is a dedicated security device designed to protect and manage cryptographic keys for enterprise, cloud, and high-assurance use cases. A TPM (Trusted Platform Module) is typically embedded in an endpoint or server and is used for device-level security functions such as secure boot and platform integrity.
How are HSMs typically used?
HSMs are commonly used to secure encryption keys for applications such as public key infrastructure (PKI), digital signing, database encryption, payment processing, and privileged access management. They are deployed in on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and edge environments.
Why are HSMs needed?
HSMs are needed to protect cryptographic keys from theft, misuse, and tampering. By isolating keys in hardened hardware, HSMs help organizations reduce risk, meet regulatory requirements, and maintain trust in their digital systems.
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