AWS CloudHSM
AWS CloudHSM (Hardware Security Module) is a managed cloud service that provides dedicated hardware security modules for generating, storing, and managing cryptographic keys in the AWS Cloud. It offers FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated HSMs to help meet compliance requirements for data security, encryption, and digital signing. The service integrates with AWS services like Amazon RDS, Amazon Redshift, and AWS Key Management Service (KMS) for secure key management.
Developers should use AWS CloudHSM when building applications that require high-assurance cryptographic operations, such as financial transactions, healthcare data protection, or regulatory compliance (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA). It is ideal for scenarios where you need dedicated, tamper-resistant hardware for key storage, offloading encryption from application servers, or integrating with AWS services for enhanced security without managing physical HSMs.