Which device is specifically designed to protect and manage cryptographic keys for maximum security?

The correct answer is A. Key Management Box (KMB) / Hardware Security Module (HSM). An HSM (sometimes called a KMB) is a hardware appliance that securely stores and handles cryptographic keys. TPM is a smaller chip on a motherboard (not full HSM capabilities). NAC controls network access. IPS blocks attacks.

Submitted by viktor_hu· Apr 18, 2026Cloud Data Security

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AKey Management Box (KMB) / Hardware Security Module (HSM)
BTrusted Platform Module (TPM)
CNetwork Access Control (NAC)
DIntrusion Prevention System (IPS)

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A
93% (43)
B
4% (2)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

An HSM (sometimes called a KMB) is a hardware appliance that securely stores and handles cryptographic keys. TPM is a smaller chip on a motherboard (not full HSM capabilities). NAC controls network access. IPS blocks attacks.

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#Hardware Security Module (HSM)#Key Management#Cryptography#Data Security

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