AWS CloudHSM
Use this page as a service-specific case-study starter for architecture, simulation, and optimization scenarios in pinpole.cloud.
Why this service matters
AWS CloudHSM provides hardware security modules for cryptographic key management in the cloud.
Power:
- FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated HSMs
- Full customer control of keys (AWS cannot access)
- PKCS#11, JCE, CNG/KSP interfaces
- Cluster mode for HA across AZs
- SSL/TLS offloading for web servers
Important workflows
- Design - Configure service behavior for your workload.
Configuration sections
- Why CloudHSM (Power + Limits)
- CloudHSM Settings
Key configuration points
| Point | Default / Value | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Enabled | true | CloudHSM Settings |
| HSM Count | 2 | CloudHSM Settings |
| Cross-AZ Deployment | true | CloudHSM Settings |
| SSL/TLS Offloading | false | CloudHSM Settings |