Aladdin and Digital Signature Trust Partner to Integrate USB-Based Authentication Token for Financial Industry.Business Editors CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 31, 2000 Aladdin Knowledge Systems Aladdin Knowledge Systems NASDAQ: ALDN is a company that provides solutions for software digital rights management and Internet security since 1985. Its corporate headquarters are located in Tel Aviv, Israel. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :ALDN), a global leader in the field of Internet content and software security, and Digital Signature Trust (DST (1) (DeSTination) Contrast with SRC, which is an abbreviation of "source." (2) (Digital Signal Trust Company, Salt Lake City, UT, www.digsigtrust.com) An organization that sets up and manages PKI systems for companies and industry groups. ), an affiliate of Zions Bancorporation Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION) is a member of the S&P 500, a bank holding company headquartered Salt Lake City, Utah. Its star subsidiary is NSB Public Finance. (NASDAQ:ZION) and a issuer of trusted digital identity certificates, today announced a partnership that combines Aladdin's eToken and DST's TrustID certificates to provide highly secure digital certificate storage and authentication. Forming the latest eToken technology partnership, Aladdin and DST address the ever-increasing need to guarantee secure online communication for financial and banking services. During last month's American Bankers Association The American Bankers Association (ABA) is comprised of banks and other financial institutions. It seeks to promote the strength and profitability of the banking industry by Lobbying federal and state governments, building industry consensus on key issues, and providing products and convention in Washington, D.C., Aladdin and DST demonstrated how this universal Internet credential implements Aladdin's USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. authentication token A security device given to authorized users who keep them in their possession. To log into the network, the security "card" or "token" may be read directly like a credit card, or it may display a changing number that is typed in as a password. that physically contains the digital certificate within a portable, tamper-proof container. Providing two-factor authentication The use of two independent mechanisms for authentication; for example, requiring a smart card and a password. The combination is less likely to allow abuse than either component alone. See authentication. , eToken works in tandem Adv. 1. in tandem - one behind the other; "ride tandem on a bicycle built for two"; "riding horses down the path in tandem" tandem with DST's trusted certificate services to offer peace of mind for financial institutions and their customers. "The USB token is an ideal form factor that incorporates intuitive ease-of-use for customers and high security features for internal security use by financial institutions," said Jim Palmer, Director of Solutions Architecture at DST. "Uniting the technology in Aladdin's eToken and DST's certificate services allows banks and other financial institutions to acquire a sense of confidence not only in their use of digital certificates, but also in the way their employees store and transport their Internet credentials," said Eyal Manger, Aladdin's Vice President of Business Development. "eToken's cost-effective, two-factor authentication for corporate networks proves to play a key role in services that require powerful means to safely secure highly sensitive information." About TrustID A TrustID certificate is the only Internet credential needed to complete trusted transactions over the Internet. TrustID certificates are the first certificates designed to be universally accepted and protected, and are the key ingredient that will revolutionize how the Internet is used to do business. TrustID certificates enable digital signatures, transaction integrity, authenticity, privacy and non-repudiation. TrustID certificates are sponsored exclusively by the American Bankers Association, and are backed by the industry's leading warranty program. For more information on TrustID certificates, visit http://www.digsigtrust.com. About eToken eToken is a USB token about the size of a normal house key. It is the only token currently available which utilizes as its underlying technology the robust DESX DESX Data Encryption Standard XORed DESX Data Encryption Standard Extended symmetric encryption algorithm with a key length of 120 bits. Unlike other USB security tokens, the eToken contains open, non-proprietary standards, making integration and security certification quick and smooth. eToken's unique open architecture facilitates rapid customization and smooth integration of specialized algorithms. eToken also incorporates an improved USB connector and newly designed one-piece plastic housing, providing an enhanced, tamper-proof container. The product's USB functionality and strong two-factor authentication enable organizations to eliminate costly implementation and installation issues normally associated with deployment of smart cards and biometric devices. According to computer industry sources, more than 250 million desktop and laptop computers are already fitted with at least one USB port. The ability to securely store private keys and digital certificates on the token enables integration with existing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) A framework for creating a secure method for exchanging information based on public key cryptography. The foundation of a PKI is the certificate authority (CA), which issues digital certificates that authenticate the identity of ) products from all major PKI vendors. To underscore this capability, Aladdin actively participates in the PKI Forum (www.pkiforum.org) to further the development and acceptance of USB tokens as key enablers for PKI solutions. Participation in the eToken Technology Partner Program affords companies who integrate with eToken or promote its implementation streamlined technical support and joint sales and marketing opportunities. Additional information on the program can be obtained by e-mailing etoken@eAladdin.com. About Digital Signature Trust Digital Signature Trust (DST) is an affiliate of Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION) and is the first licensed Certification Authority in the U.S. DST is an infrastructure provider for the digital certificate services market, and TrustID certificates are the first offering in the interoperable, risk-managed certificate category. DST understands that trust and confidence can only be derived from the quality of the management practices, policies and procedures Policies and Procedures are a set of documents that describe an organization's policies for operation and the procedures necessary to fulfill the policies. They are often initiated because of some external requirement, such as environmental compliance or other governmental that an organization puts into place around its technology. Because DST is a subsidiary of a national bank, it is subject to regulatory oversight and other stringent internal and external auditing requirements that provide the foundation for a level of trust and assurance that is unequaled by its technology-based PKI competitors. It is this foundation that makes DST's goal of creating the highest level of trust in the Internet truly unique. For more information, visit http//www.digsigtrust.com. About Aladdin Aladdin (NASDAQ: ALDN) is a global leader in securing digital content, from applications software to Internet use and access. Aladdin's products include: HASP (Houston Automatic Spooling Program) A mainframe spooling program that provides task, job and data management functions. HASP - Houston Automatic Spooling Program and Hardlock, software security systems that protect the revenues of developers and publishers; Privilege, a software licensing platform for the Internet; the eSafe line of anti-vandal, anti-virus and content filtering software for PCs and networks connected to the Internet; and eToken for Internet security and authentication. Aladdin serves its customers through eight offices located in the world's major software markets, as well as via a network of 50 distributors serving more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit our website at www.eAladdin.com. All trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective holders. 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