Secure Access Module Card ACTIS ACOS6-SAM — SAM module for card readers and secure authentication

The ACTIS ACOS6-SAM is a Secure Access Module (SAM) card engineered to add hardware-based cryptographic protection to card readers, payment terminals and access control systems. It provides dedicated secure key storage, on-card cryptographic processing and support for authentication protocols, enabling secure transaction encryption and device authentication while reducing exposure of sensitive keys in the host system.

Advantages

The SAM card offers isolated key management and cryptographic operations within a tamper-resistant environment, which minimizes the risk of key extraction and unauthorized access. By offloading cryptographic calculations to the module, the ACTIS ACOS6-SAM reduces processing load on host devices and simplifies centralized key administration. Compatibility with common secure authentication and payment workflows allows straightforward integration into existing professional installations.

Suitable for

• Card readers and NFC terminals requiring secure key storage and transaction protection
• Payment terminals implementing EMV-like cryptographic operations
• Access control systems that need device authentication and secure communication
• Systems that require centralized key management and secure firmware or configuration signing

Key specifications

• Form factor: smart card (SAM) compatible with standard SAM card slots
• Core function: secure key storage and on-card cryptographic processing
• Cryptographic support: symmetric and asymmetric operations suitable for authentication and transaction encryption
• Security features: tamper-resistant implementation and isolation of sensitive keys from host
• Integration: designed for use with card readers, payment terminals and access control hardware

How to use

Insert the ACTIS ACOS6-SAM into the dedicated SAM slot of the target device following the device manufacturer’s instructions. Provision keys and credentials using the centralized key management tools or secure provisioning procedures supported by your system. Once provisioned, the module performs cryptographic operations on behalf of the host device, handling authentication, session key derivation and encryption tasks without exposing private keys to the host environment.

Usage recommendations

Protect the physical module and follow secure provisioning and lifecycle management practices: store and transport SAM cards securely, use authenticated channels for key injection, rotate keys according to your security policy, and update device firmware only from trusted sources to maintain the integrity of the overall solution.