AUTHENTICATION

RSA Security

SecurID Authenticators 

The RSA SecurID system is relied upon by thousands of organisations worldwide to protect valuable network resources.  Used in conjunction with RSA ACE/Server software, an RSA SecurID authenticator functions like an ATM card for your network, requiring users to identify themselves with two unique factors— something they know and something they have—before they are granted access. More than thirteen million people use RSA SecurID authenticators to securely access VPNs, wireless access points,remote access firewalls, Web apps and network operating systems. The system is easy to use and manage and results in centrally enforced security with an immediate ROI in any e-business initiative.

Strong Network Security
Each RSA SecurID authenticator has a unique symmetric key that is combined with a
powerful algorithm to generate a new code every 60 seconds. Because the number is
unpredictable and dynamic, it would be extremely difficult for a hacker to guess the
correct number at any given time. Patented technology synchronises each authenticator
with the security server, ensuring a high level of security. This protection is priceless when you consider the risk of exposing critical information resources.

Security Made Easy
RSA SecurID authenticators are as simple to use as entering a password, but much more
secure. Each end user is assigned an RSA SecurID authenticator that generates a one-timeuse code. When logging on, the user simply enters this number plus a secret PIN to be successfully authenticated. The RSA SecurID solution is equally easy to deploy and manage. An added benefit, RSA SecurID hardware tokens are a “zero footprint” solution that requires no software on the user desktop—so the devices are fully functional upon receipt. You’ll quickly find the RSA SecurID solution much less expensive to manage than passwords.

One Solution Fits All
The RSA SecurID solution allows you to extend your total cost of ownership over many
applications. RSA SecurID authenticators can be used by your employees, business partners and customers. Whether they require access to RAS, VPN, e-mail, wireless networks, network operating systems, intranets and extranets, Web servers or other information or applications hosted on UNIX servers or Microsoft Windows NT networks, RSA SecurID authentication ensures that only authorised users are allowed entry to your network.

Protect Your Infrastructure Investment
Through the RSA SecurID Ready Program, the products of more than 190 leading vendors of firewalls, remote access servers and VPNs support RSA SecurID authentication right out of the box. In addition, RSA ACE/Agent software is available to allow you to add two factor authentication to network operating systems and applications, including Windows NT environments and Web-based applications. This high level of interoperability allows you to protect your initial authentication investment and is unmatched in the industry.

RSA SecurID Authenticator Options
The RSA SecurID system is one of the world’s leading two-factor user authentication
solutions. With the broadest range of easy-to-use form factors, there is an RSA SecurID authenticator to suit every organisation.

Hardware Tokens
The popular RSA SecurID time-synchronous hardware token comes in a variety of
convenient form factors that generate and display a new code every 60 seconds. The key
fob offers extreme durability in a reliable and portable form. The original RSA SecurID
hardware token is a credit card-sized device that continues to provide the same excellent
performance and quality guaranteed from every RSA SecurID authenticator. And, the
RSA SecurID PINPad card resembles the standard card with an additional feature that
enables users to encrypt their passcode for a higher level of security.

Software Tokens
RSA SecurID software tokens use the same algorithms as the industry-leading RSA SecurID hardware tokens. The software application functions like an RSA SecurID PINPad card and provides the added benefit of automated access to protected Web sites through a standard browser interface. RSA SecurID software tokens eliminate the need for users to carry dedicated authentication devices, allowing them to authenticate using familiar interfaces. RSA SecurID software tokens are available for Microsoft Windows workstations, PDAs (including the Palm, Pocket PC and Blackberry devices) and on wireless phones from Nokia, Ericsson and DoCoMo.

Industry Standards
RSA SecurID authenticators have been designed to take advantage of the industry standard AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) algorithm. Our customers enjoy the
integrity and assurance of quality provided by using the AES algorithm.