Proactive alerting on HSM device status updates and customized threshold exceedance
About HSM Alerting
HSM Alerting refers to the process of detecting and receiving notifications about unusual activity affecting the HSM estate. Since repeated cryptographic requests following an identical pattern could indicate a potential attack, HSM alerting is a critical component of any cybersecurity strategy.
Real-time HSM alerts based on customized settings
Utimaco’s HSM Management and Monitoring solution provides real-time alerts on device status and customizable notifications for CPU usage, cryptographic operations, and system failures.
For example, in payment scenarios, alerts can be triggered if multiple incorrect PIN attempts occur within a short time frame. Additionally, if HSM CPU usage spikes unexpectedly, administrators receive instant notifications, allowing them to investigate and take proactive measures to prevent system failures.
Solutions Offered by Utimaco
360 HSM Monitoring, Utimaco’s HSM management solution, offers customizable alerts to notify administrators of unusual activities, including:
- CPU utilization spikes
- High volumes of cryptographic operations within a set time frame
- Multiple failed PIN, CVV, CVC, CSC, or MAC attempts in a specific time
With administrators receiving automatic alerts on suspicious activity, it enables them to quickly assess whether the requests are legitimate or if immediate action is needed.
