Z1 Cryptographic Module by Zertificon Solutions GmbH is a cost-effective alternative to Hardware Security Modules (HSM) designed to meet the requirements of the Certificate Policy of the Smart Metering PKI. It is available only as an addition to the AS4 solution Z1 Energy. Z1 Cryptographic Module ensures the security for private keys in the AS4 solution Z1 Energy by handling the generation, storage, and use of private keys in a cryptographically protected area. It meets the Key Lifecycle Security Requirements – Security Level 1 for passive external market participants (pEMT) according to the Certificate Policy of the Smart Metering PKI (Version 1.1.2 – Section 6). The module is seamlessly integrated into Zertificon's solution for the energy market, providing a cost-effective alternative to HSM for passive EMTs, who only need to document a self-responsible security concept instead of undergoing an ISO/IEC27001 audit.
