Bouncy HSM

Overview

QCecuring integrates with Bouncy HSM to provide enterprise-grade hardware security module capabilities for protecting cryptographic keys and performing secure signing operations. This integration enables organizations to leverage HSM-backed security for code signing, certificate management, and other cryptographic workflows while maintaining centralized control and visibility through QCecuring’s platform.

Key capabilities

• Hardware-backed key generation and storage using Bouncy HSM infrastructure.
• Secure cryptographic operations with FIPS-compliant HSM protection.
• Centralized policy management for HSM key access and usage.
• Integration with code signing workflows requiring HSM-protected keys.
• Complete audit trails for all HSM operations and key access events.
• Support for multiple HSM partitions and key hierarchies.

Typical use cases

• Organizations requiring FIPS 140-2 Level 2 or higher compliance for key protection.
• Code signing operations that mandate HSM-backed private keys.
• High-security environments where software-based key storage is insufficient.
• Enterprises consolidating HSM management across multiple applications and teams.
• Regulated industries with strict cryptographic key protection requirements.

High-level integration flow

1. Configure Bouncy HSM connection in QCecuring with appropriate credentials and partition access.
2. Define key policies and access controls for HSM-protected keys within QCecuring.
3. Generate or import cryptographic keys into Bouncy HSM through QCecuring’s interface.
4. Applications and signing workflows request cryptographic operations via QCecuring.
5. QCecuring brokers requests to Bouncy HSM, enforcing policies and access controls.
6. All HSM operations are logged and monitored through QCecuring’s centralized dashboard.
7. Keys remain protected within the HSM while QCecuring manages lifecycle and governance.

Benefits

• Enhanced security: Hardware-backed key protection with tamper-resistant storage.
• Compliance ready: Meet regulatory requirements for cryptographic key management.
• Centralized control: Manage HSM keys alongside other cryptographic assets.
• Operational efficiency: Simplify HSM operations through unified platform.
• Audit and visibility: Complete tracking of HSM key usage and access patterns.