Array Networks and Authenex Partner to Offer SSL VPN Solutions with Two-Factor Authentication.Customers Benefit from Advanced Cost-Effective Authentication Coupled with Highest Performing SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) The leading security protocol on the Internet. Developed by Netscape, SSL is widely used to do two things: to validate the identity of a Web site and to create an encrypted connection for sending credit card and other personal data. VPN (Virtual Private Network) A private network that is configured within a public network (a carrier's network or the Internet) in order to take advantage of the economies of scale and management facilities of large networks. MILPITAS, Calif. & HAYWARD, Calif. -- Array Networks, a leading provider of optimized and secure universal access solutions, today announced it has partnered with Authenex, a leading provider of cost-effective authentication and encryption solutions. Together, Array and Authenex provide an SSL VPN solution that provides ease-of-use, ease-of-deployment, performance, and the added security of a 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. system. The Authenex Strong Authentication System The combination of authentication server and authenticator, which may be separate devices or both reside in the same unit such as an access point or network access server. The authentication server contains a database of user names, passwords and policies, and the authenticator physically (ASAS ASAS All Source Analysis System ASAS Australian Special Air Service ASAS American Society of Animal Science ASAS Airborne Separation Assurance System ASAS All Saints Anglican School (Gold Coast, Australia) ASAS Advanced Solid Axial Stage [R] System) enables remote users to authenticate to Array Networks VPN gateways via digital certificates and/or one-time password authentication. Once connected, Array ensures that communications between remote users and corporate applications and resources remain secure. With an increasingly mobile workforce, this is added assurance for businesses that need to share information among employees, customers, and third parties. Array's SPX (Sequenced Packet EXchange) The transport layer protocol in the NetWare operating system. Similar to the TCP layer in TCP/IP, it ensures that the entire message arrives intact. SPX uses NetWare's IPX as its delivery mechanism. products support a number of different form factors options, and the Authenex ASAS System will enhance the security and strengthen the authentication for end users no matter which hardware authentication device they choose. "Array is a pioneer in the industry with its next-generation SSL VPN products," said William Chen, Vice President of Sales for Authenex. "We're pleased to form an alliance with them in order to offer Array's users more secure connection solutions." Array Networks develops the most flexible and powerful secure SSL VPN access gateways on the market. This enables mobile employees, home workers, extranet partners, customers and other authorized users to access business critical applications and resources - increasing productivity and business uptime. Most recently, Array introduced SiteDirect, the first site-to-site SSL VPN on the market, and it's Universal Access Controller (UAC (User Account Control) The management of user accounts in Windows Vista. Because malware has greater control of the computer when it is running in administrator mode, UAC was designed to enable more users to run their computers as a standard user rather than as ), which combines key VPN and NAC See network access control. capabilities to deliver a new breed of intelligent secure access and control for enterprise networks. Authenex produces the most affordable, secure and easy-to-use suite of applications and hardware, making the highest standards in e-security available to organizations of all sizes, from enterprises to small and medium sized businesses. Its ASAS system is the most advanced, cost-effective two-factor network authentication system for LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. , remote VPN and web access. The ASAS System is fully compatible with existing IT infrastructures, VPN and Firewall, via RADIUS and TCP/IP TCP/IP in full Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Standard Internet communications protocols that allow digital computers to communicate over long distances. . "We are very pleased to integrate the Authenex ASAS System with our family of SPX SSL VPNs," said Jim Greenway, VP of Marketing for Array Networks. "The Authenex partnership enables us to provide our customers with additional assurance that their business processes are protected." About Array Networks Founded in 2000, Array Networks is a leading provider of high-performance, secure universal access solutions. Array delivers product lines that address the rapidly growing SSL VPN and application acceleration markets. More than 2,000 worldwide customers including enterprises, service providers, government and vertical organizations in healthcare, finance, insurance and education rely on Array to provide anytime, anywhere secure and optimized access. Industry leaders including Deloitte, Red Herring Red Herring A preliminary registration statement that must be filed with the SEC describing a new issue of stock (IPO) and the prospects of the issuing company. Notes: , and Frost and Sullivan have recognized Array as a market and technology leader. Array is headquartered in Milpitas, California with sales offices around the world. The company has approximately 60 resellers and VARs worldwide. For more information, please visit www.arraynetworks.net or call 1-866-MY-ARRAY. About Authenex, Inc. Authenex has developed the most cost-effective, secure and easy-to-use platform for strong (two-factor) authenticated e-security applications, making it possible for enterprises and PC-users alike to afford and deploy the highest standards in network security. The Authenex suite of applications includes Strong Authentication for VPN, LAN and Web, Strong Web Access Control, Secure Data Storage, Secure File Exchange, and Secure Certificate Storage. Each leverages the chip-based A-Key token, providing simplified management and use. Combined authentication features are offered in the A-Key for multi-functional usage for One-Time Password, 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 or Challenge-Response authentication. For more information, visit www.authenex.com or call 1-877-Authenex. |
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