Virtualized security processor

Abstract

Aspects of a virtualized security processor are described herein. In various embodiments, one or more virtual security modules may be instantiated at a port interface between a security module and a processing environment of a host device. In one embodiment, a virtual security module is instantiated for each service of the host device. Each virtual security module is configured for at least one command supported by the security module for an associated service of the host device. After being configured, a virtual security module may receive a security command request from an associated service and, before submitting the security command request to the security module, verify and prioritize the security command request. In certain aspects, the use of virtual security modules assists the host device to interface multiple services with the security module, while prioritizing tasks for and offloading certain tasks from the security module.

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