Protocom Announces SecureLogin Single Sign-On Version 3.6.SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Protocom SecureLogin(R) Single Sign-On An identification system that lets users log into multiple Web sites on the Internet with one username and password. Single sign-on systems are also used within an enterprise, enabling users to access all authorized resources in the local network using the same username and password. v3.6 Integrates Seamlessly for Enhanced Network Security and Data Protection, Front and Back-End Management and Assistance with Legislative Compliance Protocom Development Systems today announced the availability of SecureLogin Single Sign-On version 3.6. This latest version of Protocom's single sign-on solution extends the functionality of its predecessor to deliver what enterprises worldwide are demanding: increased network security and data protection, seamless integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. into complex IT systems without extending the corporate schema, proficient front and back-end management, and assistance with government legislation compliance. SecureLogin Single Sign-On is the recognized leader in the enterprise single sign-on Enterprise single sign-on (E-SSO) systems are designed to minimize the number of times that a user must type their ID and password to sign into multiple applications. The E-SSO solution automatically logs users in, and acts as a password filler where automatic login is not possible. sector (IDC 2004)(1). It provides enterprises with increased network security by enforcing strict password policy A password policy is a set of rules designed to enhance computer security by encouraging users to employ strong passwords and use them properly. A password policy is often part of an organization's official regulations and may be taught as part of security awareness training. and assisting users to comply by managing credentials on their behalf. In doing so, SecureLogin Single Sign-On eliminates the security and productivity issues synonymous with synonymous with adjective equivalent to, the same as, identical to, similar to, identified with, equal to, tantamount to, interchangeable with, one and the same as users managing their own credentials, such as lost, forgotten, shared or weak passwords. "SecureLogin Single Sign-On continues to pioneer single sign-on technology functionality in this emerging identity and access management (IAM IAM - Interactive Algebraic Manipulation. Interactive symbolic mathematics for PDP-10. ["IAM, A System for Interactive Algebraic Manipulation", C. Christensen et al, Proc Second Symp Symb Alg Manip, ACM Mar 1971]. ) sector," said Jason Hart Jason Hart (born April 29 1978 in Los Angeles, California) is an American professional basketball player, currently playing point guard for the NBA's Utah Jazz. College career , 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 Protocom. "Version 3.6 demonstrates Protocom's commitment to developing solutions that solve the compliance, security, productivity, and cost issues enterprises face," Hart added. SecureLogin Single Sign-On version 3.6 is one of the first single sign-on solutions available to seamlessly integrate with Microsoft Active Directory Application Mode (ADAM Adam, the first man, in the Bible Adam (ăd`əm), [Heb.,=man], in the Bible, the first man. In the Book of Genesis, God creates humankind in his image as a species of male and female, giving them dominion over other life. ). This enables enterprises using Microsoft Active Directory to have the option of deploying SecureLogin Single Sign-On without extending their corporate schema or affecting the core network data structure. Customers using SecureLogin Single Sign-On version 3.6 will also have greater control over user's access to data. Version 3.6 has new group policy support in Microsoft Active Directory that allows enterprises to automatically apply settings or policies across their entire network via the existing group policy framework. This functionality has also been extended to enterprises with flat directory hierarchies, which have traditionally experienced problems setting group single sign-on policies. The granular single sign-on provided by group policy support builds upon the efficiency and ease of administering SecureLogin Single Sign-On through its centralized management functionality. SecureLogin Single Sign-On version 3.6 also assists enterprises with the challenges of meeting government legislation by enforcing secure credential management, data protection and restricted access to network data. SecureLogin Single Sign-On version 3.6's cryptographic libraries have received FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards) A series of publications issed by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) that specifies information security guidelines for federal government departments and agencies. 140-2 compliance certification. This provides enterprises with greater assurance of SecureLogin Single Sign-On's level of data encrypted. Furthermore, employees using SecureLogin Single Sign-On in standalone mode can now back-up and restore their settings, policies and credentials to a Triple DES encrypted file for greater portability of their SecureLogin credentials. Version 3.6 has also received Designed for Microsoft XP certification. About Protocom Development Systems Protocom Development Systems(TM) is an award winning leader in password management solutions, recognized by the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Awards as the 11th fastest growing IT firm in Australia. Protocom develops innovative network security solutions for governments and enterprises worldwide. The SecureLogin Password Management Suite, consisting of enterprise single sign-on, advanced (strong) authentication and self-service password reset Self-service password reset is defined as any process or technology that allows users who have either forgotten their password or triggered an intruder lockout to authenticate with an alternate factor, and repair their own problem, without calling the help desk. enhances security, lowers administration costs and improves employee productivity. Founded in 1989, Protocom is a privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. that has been profitable since incorporation in 1993. In 2004, Protocom became a member of the Liberty Alliance Project. Protocom has offices in North America, Europe, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and Australia. For further information on the Protocom SecureLogin Password Management Suite, visit www.protocom.com, or call 800-581-3502. (1) Worldwide Identity and Access Management 2004-2008 Forecast and 2003 Vendor Shares: The Death of Security 3A, Part I, released in November 2004 (IDC # 31997) |
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