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Cosmian Partners with Utimaco to Boost IT Security

Cosmian, a prominent player in data protection solutions driven by next-gen cryptography, has marked a significant moment by announcing a strategic partnership with Utimaco, a leading global provider of IT security solutions. This collaboration aims to revolutionize how organizations manage encryption keys by integrating Cosmian's Key Management System (KMS) with Utimaco's high-end Hardware Security Modules (HSMs).

A Seamless Integration for Enhanced Security

The synergy between Cosmian's KMS and Utimaco's robust HSMs aims to deliver unmatched security and scalability that enterprises require to safeguard sensitive data. This revolutionary integration brings together the unparalleled physical security offered by Utimaco’s HSMs and the flexibility and performance of Cosmian’s KMS, creating a fortified defense line against potential threats.

In an era where data breaches and cyber threats are rampant, this partnership responds to a fundamental challenge faced by organizations: maintaining top-tier protection of encryption keys while ensuring scalability and high performance. The native design of Cosmian's KMS facilitates smooth integration with Utimaco’s HSMs, resulting in a hybrid security solution that leverages the strengths of both technologies.

Elevating Security Standards

The unique offering of this integrated solution is twofold:

• - At Rest: Cosmian’s KMS securely stores encryption keys in a wrapped state, utilizing wrapping keys that are protected by Utimaco’s HSM. The industry certifications and hardware-based security of the HSM ensure that keys are safeguarded, even when not in active use.
• - At Runtime: During the operational phases, the KMS adeptly processes encryption and decryption requests by accessing cryptographic keys from the KMS database, employing the wrapping keys securely housed within the HSM. This orchestration ensures that organizations can efficiently handle immense workloads without sacrificing performance.

This innovative combination presents organizations with the best of both worlds: robust hardware protection and the agility of software-driven processes, enabling a comprehensive security framework.

Targeting High-Security Environments

The joint solution addresses specific needs targeted at high-security sectors:

• - Regulated Enterprises: Assists in complying with mandatory requirements for HSMs.
• - Critical Infrastructure Operators (OIV): Safeguards essential systems with certified, high-level security frameworks.
• - Financial Institutions: Meets the strict security standards expected from internal operations and regulatory bodies.

A Vision for Future Security

Expressing enthusiasm over the collaboration, Sandrine Murcia, CEO and Co-founder of Cosmian, stated, “This partnership signifies a monumental advancement in our ability to facilitate non-negotiable security alongside scalability for encryption requirements.” Utimaco's Technical Alliance Director, Rodrigo Rodrigues, echoed this sentiment, affirming their commitment to providing sectors with the most stringent security measures through the formidable combination of their tech and Cosmian's solutions.

About the Companies

Since its inception in 2018, Cosmian has positioned itself at the cutting edge of next-gen cryptography, offering advanced solutions for public cloud security, along with comprehensive data protection services that ensure clients can manage their data securely across both local and cloud environments. For more details on Cosmian’s offerings, visit their official website.

Utimaco, based in Aachen (Germany) and Campbell (USA), specializes in creating reliable cybersecurity and compliance solutions. With a strong workforce of over 500 employees globally, Utimaco remains a leader in the development of HSM technologies and data protection methods, catering to a diverse clientele across multiple sectors.

As organizations increasingly prioritize data security and compliance, this partnership between Cosmian and Utimaco is timely, promising a future where enterprise-level security is both robust and adaptable, keeping pace with evolving demands.