OWASPASVS 5.0 requirement

ASVS-V13.3.3 All cryptographic operations are performed using an isolated security module (such as a vault or hardware security module) to securely…

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Standard
OWASP ASVS 5.0
Chapter
V13 Configuration
Section
V13.3 Secret Management
Level
L3 (requirement applies from this verification level up)

Requirement

Verify that all cryptographic operations are performed using an isolated security module (such as a vault or hardware security module) to securely manage and protect key material from exposure outside of the security module.