netHSMPCI Data Security
PCI data security requires use of strong encryption
Consumers are justifiably concerned about the privacy and protection of their credit card information. With the advent of the Internet and e-commerce, the potential for fraud and misuse of credit cards has increased. In response the major card associations have developed the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard, which proscribes best practices for protecting credit card data during storage, processing and transmission. These PCI protocols outline specific controls and guidelines for PCI data security; compliance is required for any companies that store, process or transmit cardholder information. While many of the requirements concern general security controls, significant attention is paid to encryption of information. The guidelines require the use of strong algorithms when encrypting stored information, the secure protection of encryption keys, the separation of duty in administration of keys, and the ability to track and audit user access. nCipher delivers solutions that protect and manage the cryptographic keys that underpin strong encryption for PCI data security.
nCipher deliver solutions for PCI data security
nCipher's enterprise key management solution, keyAuthority, provides centralized and automated management of cryptographic keys for PCI data security. keyAuthority provides centralized management of the tasks associated with key management, such as generating, storing, archiving and retrieving keys. This automation not only reduces the cost of data security, but also helps to minimize risk by providing more consistent application and enforcement of key security policies. And keyAuthority provides the strong audit capabilities required for tracking use and complying with regulatory reporting requirements.
Flexible hardware enhances security for critical PCI data
nCipher also delivers a range of hardware for greater PCI data security. For organizations that need a network-attached hardware solution that can deliver cryptographic resources to several servers, nCipher offers netHSM™. This highly secure appliance helps protect against a broad array off possible attacks from external as well as internal sources. All cryptographic functions are performed with a core FIPS 140-2 Level 3 security validation. nCipher also offers nShield™, a family of hardware security modules that provide physical protection of cryptographic keys and sensitive application code. And nCipher's SSL accelerators and offload cards help minimize the impact on network performance while allowing the free use of encryption at multiple points across the enterprise.
nCipher also provides PKI solutions, a data protection solution, encryption hardware and encryption software, a key management server, and more.
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