KeyComputing Unveils Xkey Security Edition for Remote Work
11/11/2004 - M-Systems' (Nasdaq: FLSH) KeyComputing introduces Xkey Security Edition (SE), delivering a suite of security technologies in a portable form factor. By merely plugging the device into any USB port, on either a familiar host or unknown PC, corporate users can retrieve their critical data and connect to corporate applications instantly, securely and effortlessly.
Users simply plug in the device and enter their password, then the Xkey SE behaves as an ordinary USB drive. Behind the scenes, Xkey SE seamlessly employs its embedded microprocessor, cryptographic core, authentication token, and a suite of endpoint security applications to enable secure, productive work from any computer. Xkey SE's multiple levels of security run unobtrusively in the background ensuring a superior user experience, while giving IT managers the confidence that employees are not only safely accessing web-enabled applications but leaving no trace of their corporate data or web activity.
"Enabling employees to work from computers outside the enterprise is both an opportunity and a risk to corporations," said Daniel Schreiber, managing director of KeyComputing. "With Xkey Security Edition employees can work from untrusted computers without unduly exposing corporations - ultimately ensuring IT peace of mind."
Designed with the enterprise in mind, Xkey SE allows IT managers to configure the device to comply with company security policies when employees work remotely, be it from home or elsewhere. Xkey SE also incorporates a plug-in architecture enabling it to integrate and host new software applications, making it a truly extensible platform for secure remote work.
"Corporations have expressed the need for endpoint security solutions beyond the perimeter of the enterprise to maintain productivity gains associated with working remotely," said Andrew Brown, Program Manager, European Mobile Computing and Mobile Devices at IDC. "Xkey delivers a cost effective, flexible and targeted solution for corporate employees to work productively, easily and securely from any host PC outside the enterprise."
Xkey SE features include:
- Data Security - Xkey SE mobilizes up to 2GB of corporate data and includes enterprise-grade data protection. All data on the Xkey SE is encrypted with 128-bit AES hardware encryption and protected with a complex password. Additionally, the device enters "lockdown mode" when the number of wrong password attempts exceed a preconfigured value.
- Endpoint Security - Xkey SE employs various endpoint security applications to protect user connectivity to web-based applications. Xkey SE instantly neutralizes all key-loggers and text grabbers and ensures that no traces of any browser-based activity are left behind. Xkey SE also ensures the termination of all active browser instances upon its removal, so that no cached credentials or open sessions can be exploited.
- Two-Factor Authentication - Xkey SE is able to store and use digital certificates (X.509). These can be utilized for strong 2-factor authentication to web-enabled applications and VPN clients, as well as for digitally signing and encrypting e-mails. Xkey SE therefore offers most of the functionality of a smartcard without the need for dedicated readers or drivers.
Availability
Xkey Security Edition will be available from KeyComputing's authorized resellers in capacities of 256MB to 2GB. For more detailed technical information, pricing, availability or to find an authorized solution provider, please visit www.xkey.com.
About KeyComputing
KeyComputing, an M-Systems business unit (Nasdaq: FLSH), is a leading provider of corporate solutions based on the Smart DiskOnKey® platform. KeyComputing creates enterprise-grade solutions, which in conjunction with the processing power and security capabilities of the Smart DiskOnKey platform, offer unique solutions for corporations looking to increase their employee mobility and business continuity. More information is available at www.xkey.com.
About M-Systems
M-Systems designs, develops and markets innovative flash data storage solutions for digital consumer electronics markets. M-Systems primarily targets two fast-growing digital consumer electronics markets: the USB (universal serial bus) flash drive market with its DiskOnKey product and the multimedia mobile handset market with its Mobile DiskOnChip® products. For more information, please contact M-Systems at www.m-systems.com.
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