The use of both symmetric and asymmetric cryptography & keys are part of a well-rounded solution for securing digital transactions. Each approach to protecting data has its benefits, especially when applied to the appropriate scenarios. Here we look at the reasons for using each cryptographic method.
The use of cryptography is the foundation for secure processing of financial and other electronic transactions. The management of the associated cryptographic keys, on the other hand, has been equally effective at stressing the capabilities of your people, processes, and systems. With that in mind, here are three advantages that automated key management will give you and your organization.
The need for mitigating risk with an appropriate key management system (KMS) is critical to the success of any organization that shares sensitive data across networks.
Here is a breakdown of two common types of KMSs and how risk mitigation can be successfully accomplished.
The modern world of cybersecurity can be a confusing place. There are tomes of data, regulations, and mandates in addition to the complex technical aspects. This is especially true when it comes to crypto key management systems (KMSs).
The aim of this article is inform you on how to implement proper key management and to answer 3 important questions regarding centralized and automated key management:
With the increasing dependence on cryptography to protect digital assets and communications, the ever-present vulnerabilities in modern computing systems, and the growing sophistication of cyber attacks, it has never been more important, nor more challenging, to keep your cryptographic keys safe and secure. A single compromised key could lead to a massive data breach with the consequential reputational damage, punitive regulatory fines and loss of investor and customer confidence.
This article discusses the main phases involved in the lifecycle of a cryptographic key, and how the operational lifetime of a key and its strength can be determined.
In this concluding part, we will examine the business case for introducing a new key management system and define 20 criteria to help you select the optimal solution for both your current and future needs.
Traditionally, end-to-end lifecycle key management was achieved through inefficient paper-based procedures and highly resource intensive tasks performed by 4 or 5 employees, but this inefficient process leads to human errors and is very time and resource consuming. Centralized cryptographic key management is the best solution to overcome such dependency on individuals.
This article discusses the advantages of using a centralized key management system.
