TSM and HSM

Question 1

Hardware Root of Trust (ROT)

Answer 1

Cryptographic module embedded in a computer system that endorses trusted execution and attests to boot settings and metrics

Question 2

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Answer 2

Specification for hardware-based storage of digital certificates, keys, hashed passwords, and other user and platform identification information

Question 3

Hardware Security Module (HSM)

Answer 3

Appliance for generating and storing cryptographic keys that is less susceptible to tampering and insider threats