Qualified Remote Signatures with Luna HSMs and SAMs

This solution brief outlines the importance of qualified remote signatures using Luna Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and Signature Activation Modules (SAMs) from Nextsense and Ascertia. It explains how remote digital signing has become essential for confirming the authenticity of digital documents, particularly in light of evolving regulations like eIDAS. The document details the challenges associated with securing digital signatures, emphasizing the need for robust mechanisms to protect private keys, which are crucial for maintaining the integrity of digital identity and authentication processes. It further describes the role of remote signing, where users can sign documents electronically via a remote server, and the significance of SAMs in managing the signing process securely. The brief also discusses the compliance requirements under eIDAS 2, which enhances the security of remote Qualified Electronic Signature Creation Devices (rQSCDs) and the necessity for Trust Service Providers (TSPs) to ensure the secure management of signing keys. Finally, it presents Luna HSMs as a solution for maintaining the security and operational needs of digital signatures.