CRYPTO-MAS can be used to add strong authentication to a variety of network access devices, web sites and applications (which we collectively call authnodes). Virtually all firewalls, VPNs and SSL VPNs will communicate with CRYPTO-MAS via the RADIUS protocol. Configuration can be completed in a matter of minutes, after which users can authenticate with their tokens.

This includes most devices from Cisco, Checkpoint, Juniper, Sonicwall, Fortinet and Watchguard for example, as well as Microsoft’s firewall and VPN offerings. Applications published via Citrix can be protected, either using in-built support for RADIUS or using a CRYPTOCard agent – a piece of software that facilitates secure communication.

IIS based web applications such as Remote Web Workplace (RWW), Outlook Web Access (OWA) and SharePoint can also take advantage of the strong authentication offered through CRYPTO-MAS. Custom web applications that are configured to use RADIUS may also authenticate against CRYPTO-MAS.

What's in it, what's cool, how to use it

Using Strong Authentication
BlackShield ID can be used to replace static passwords or add an additional layer of protection just about anywhere a password is used, including logons for VPN's, firewalls, terminal server, windows logon, Citrix and more.


Virtual Test Drive
Take this video tour of the management interface and discover how easy it is to provision users with tokens, manage security policy and more while reducing administration and help desk commitments.


Security and Compliance
Developing a Security Policy that meets the requirements of internal stakeholders and external auditors can be difficult. See how BlackShield ID can get you where you need to be with LDAP integration, workflow automation, security threshold alerts and built-in logging and reporting.


Self-Enrollment
One of the most useful features of BlackShield ID is Self-enrollment because it dramatically reduces the time and effort required to provision users with tokens and solves the problem of secure delivery via the internet, courier, mail or any intermediary service.

Cap Gemini White Paper - Putting Cloud Security in Perspective

The move towards Cloud Computing will be seen as one of the defining trends of 2010. There is growing acceptance that the Cloud delivery model offers real business benefits, however perceived security concerns threaten the general uptake of the Cloud Computing model.

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Two-Factor Authentication in UK Local Government

Research undertaken by Tudor Rose in December 2009 shows that, of the 277 local authorities that it surveyed, 91% are using two-factor authentication.

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Cloud Security Basics

Everyone’s talking about cloud computing these days. However, there is a significant security risk that increases with the explosion of cloud computing adoption and could easily burst the bubble of the hype – leaving businesses and their suppliers without the silver lining they expected.

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Discovering the True Cost of Buying Authentication

Many organisations rarely look closely at the total cost of ownership of their authentication solution and instead make a decision heavily driven by the up-front purchase price.

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The Evolution of Strong Authentication

Strong authentication technologies have long been used for providing an extra layer of assurance that an individual accessing computing resources is who they say they are. However, the cost of deploying...

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How Becta's "Data Handling Procedures in Government" affects your school

As schools look to use the power of the Internet, the risk of identity theft increases. Schools must mitigate this risk, and Becta has provided some useful guidance on when and how to do this.

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Is an SSL VPN Really Secure?

Although today's SSL VPNs appear at first glance to have made remote network access more secure than ever, the simple fact is that today's hacker is more capable than ever of defeating new SSL VPN security....

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Two-Factor Authentication - An Overview

In this white paper we outline the benefits of two-factor authentication to businesses of all sizes, we expose the risks of static passwords and show how strong two-factor authentication using one-time...

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Time-Based vs. Event-Based Two-Factor Authentication

For those familiar with two-factor authentication basics, this white paper delves into the differences between time-based and event-based methods. Time-based systems face ongoing and unavoidable issues...

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Authentication: The Next Factor in Cloud Based Security Services

Two-Factor Authentication for Linux White Paper

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Two-Factor Authentication for Mac OS X White Paper

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Digician

CRYPTOCard's AuthEngine embeds Two-Factor Authentication into Sensitive Web Application.

Industries: Energy
Solutions: VPN
Products: AuthEngine

Los Alamos Laboratories

CRYPTOCard's AuthEngine: Security and Productivity for Los Alamos Laboratories.

Industries: Energy
Solutions: VPN
Products: AuthEngine

Mashreq Bank

“We needed a 2FA solution that could provide highly secure customer access to banking facilities in a simple, user friendly manner."

Mashreq opted for the server-based CRYPTO-Shield 2FAwith long-life hardware tokens, which did not expire and have a long battery life.

Industries: Financial
Solutions: Citrix
Products: CRYPTO-Shield

Fortis Properties

Fortis Properties makes the switch to CRYPTOCard  

"It has been a very smooth transition, thanks to CRYPTOCard's amazing technical support team." 

Industries: Property Management 
Solutions: Citrix
Products: BlackShield ID, Tokens for BlackBerry

DC Energy

CRYPTOCard's MAS product gives DC Energy's customers access to Enterprise Security at a price they can afford

“When CRYPTO-MAS was launched, it was obvious that it was perfect for many of our customers.”

Industries: Energy
Solutions: VPN
Products: CRYPTO-MAS

High-street fashion firm boosts identity management security

Large, dispersed retail group in the UK adopts CRYPTO-MAS for a managed approach to Authentication.

Industries: Retail
Solutions: Citrix, VPN
Products: CRYPTO-MAS

TTT MoneyCorp.

TTT MoneyCorp. protects with CRYPTOCard

“The combination of phone and online management of transactions with CRYPTO-MAS’ resilient two-factor authentication gives our customers convenience and security.”

Industries: Finance
Solutions: Web, Out-of-Band
Products: CRYPTO-MAS

Yorkshire and Humber Grid for Learning

YHGfl realises standard passwords are not enough to keep the Grid safe.

YHGfl gets a head start on government's implementation of Code of Connection and Becta standards.

Industries: Government
Solutions: VPN
Products: CRYPTO-MAS