Which of the following MOST accurately describes an HSM?
A) An HSM is a low-cost solution for encryption
B) An HSM can be networked based or a removable USB
C) An HSM is slower at encrypting than software
D) An HSM is explicitly used for MFA

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An HSM (Hardware Security Module) can be a network-based device or a removable USB device, designed to securely manage, process, and store cryptographic keys.

Which of the Following MOST Accurately Describes an HSM