Authenex Offers Combined Authentication Features Token and Server Solution for Network Security.HAYWARD, Calif. -- Multi-Functional Authentication Tokens and Servers Address Growing Market Need for Versatility With Choice of 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. or Stand Alone One-Time Password (security) One-Time Password - (OTP) A security system that requires a new password every time a user authenticates themselves, thus protecting against an intruder replaying an intercepted password. OTP generates passwords using either the MD4 or MD5 hashing algorithms. Capability Authenex, a leading provider of affordable and strong authenticated e-security applications, today announced the release of its latest version of 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 . This latest release establishes the first combined features token and server solution allowing multi-functional authentication for users via USB based challenge-response or One-Time Password (OTP (1) (One Time Programmable) Refers to programming content or logic into chips such as EPROMs and EEPROMs, which cannot be reversed. See antifuse. (2) (One Time P ). Authenex has added an LCD screen, battery and OTP generation button to the A-Key, allowing the token user to use it as an OTP standalone device for authentication in lieu of USB connectivity. The A-Key's USB interface has been upgraded to include full 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 functionality and CCID CCID Chip/Smart Card Interface Devices CCID Community Colleges for International Development CCID Credit Card Identification CCID China Center for Information Industry Development CCID Coalition Combat Identification compatibility in addition to challenge-response authentication. The CCID USB smart card class-driver eliminates the need for a device-specific driver -- creating a "driverless" plug and play experience for end-users. "Companies are taking strong steps to increase efficiency by providing network access to employees anywhere and at anytime," said Paul Lin, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Authenex Inc. "With the new features in our A-Key token and ASAS application, we've strengthened our products to provide those companies with the tools they need to achieve those goals." The Authenex Strong Authentication System (ASAS), the central administration server for the A-Key two-factor authentication solution, has been upgraded to support multiple methods of authentication while maintaining its secure and easy-to-use structure. Authenex will also unveil ASAS in an appliance form factor in early Q1. The ASAS appliance will meet growing market demand for robust appliance platforms for authentication. The integrated ASAS appliance eliminates the need for procurement, installation and maintenance of general-purpose server hardware, thus offering simplified deployment and minimal IT administration. About Authenex Inc. Authenex has developed the most affordable, secure and easy-to-use platform for strong (two-factor) authenticated e-security applications -- making it possible for enterprises and PC-users to afford and deploy the highest standards in network security. The Authenex suite of applications includes Strong Authentication for 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. , 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. and Web, Strong (Web) Access Control, End Point (File and Hard-Drive) Encryption, Secure File Exchange, and an All-in-One Security Suite, as well as Certificate Storage. Each leverages the chip-based A-Key(TM) token -- providing simplified management and use. Combined authentication features are offered in the A-Key for multi-functional usage. For more information, call 877-AUTHENEX, or visit http://www.authenex.com. Copyright (C) 2004, Authenex, Inc. All rights reserved. Authenex, A-Key, ASAS, AOne, SAC, HDLock, ASafe, ACert, A-Remote and associated logos are registered or unregistered trademarks of Authenex, Inc. All other registered and unregistered trademarks in this document are the sole property of their respective owners. |
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