RSA Security has announced the newest version of RSA SecurID two-factor authentication software for Palm-powered handheld devices. This broadens RSA Security`s authentication offerings and demonstrates the company`s commitment to meeting the authentication solution demands of an increasingly mobile workforce.
RSA SecurID software for Palm OS enables all Palm-powered devices to function as RSA SecurID authenticators, eliminating the need for users to carry separate hardware tokens. Used in conjunction with RSA ACE/Server authentication management software, RSA authenticators help ensure that only authorised users gain access to network files, applications and communications.
"RSA SecurID 1.5 software for Palm OS offers customers a number of enhanced features designed to improve application security, administration, and deployment as well as simplify the end-user experience," says Peter Burgess, territory manager: sub-Saharan Africa at RSA Security. "The software is designed to improve application security by enabling the token`s unique 64-bit symmetric key to be encrypted using the device serial number, thereby allowing for secure distribution of the seed record to the end-user."
This version of the product also includes administrative tools to improve management of the tokens within RSA ACE/Server software. In addition, RSA SecurID software now supports the storage of up to 10 different unique token symmetric keys on a single Palm Powered device, significantly reducing the need for customers to carry multiple RSA SecurID tokens to access different applications. RSA Security also offers support for the latest Palm Powered devices, including Handspring products, the Kyocera smart phone, and the Palm Vx handheld.
"The RSA SecurID product family offers a broad choice of two-factor authentication solutions," continues Burgess. "In addition to the Palm OS platform, RSA SecurID solutions are available in a range of form factors, including hardware tokens, key fobs, smart cards and software tokens for Palm Powered handheld devices, WAP phones and PCs. This provides users with greater flexibility in selecting the form factor best suited for their specific needs."
Pricing and availability
RSA SecurID for Palm OS is available in 30 days through RSA Security. For more information, please visit www.rsasecurity.com/products/securid or call 1-877-RSA-4900.
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