SecureData, a member of the JSE-listed ERP.com Group and the distributor for RSA Security products in Sub-Saharan Africa, today announced the latter's RSA Sign-On Manager 4.5, an enterprise single sign-on (ESSO) solution that expands integration with the world's most widely-deployed two-factor authentication solution, RSA SecurID technology.
RSA Sign-On Manager software offers the only solution that joins ESSO, self-service emergency access and strong authentication for Microsoft Windows desktops and networks.
Organisations may now also turn to a single vendor for integrated ESSO/two-factor authentication solutions, reducing the total cost of ownership. RSA Sign-On Manager software delivers simple and secure access to applications, improves password management, bolsters regulatory compliance and reduces help-desk costs.
Alleviating password management burden, bolstering compliance
Compliance requirements are leading to security and password management challenges for organisations of all sizes. This instigates risky security behaviour, such as keeping written password lists or choosing easy-to-remember passwords. RSA Sign-On Manager software enables companies to implement best practices for compliance, such as:
* Reducing the causes of unsafe behaviours that develop when users are forced to manage a plethora of passwords.
* Strongly protecting an ESSO deployment with two-factor authentication.
* Delivering automated emergency access capabilities for users who forget their primary authentication method (eg, passwords, RSA SecurID token or smart card).
RSA Sign-On Manager: Protecting the 'keys to the kingdom'
As companies initiate ESSO deployments, it is essential that the initial logon is secure, essentially, protecting the 'keys to the kingdom'. ESSO, in conjunction with two-factor authentication, eases the password management burden, while protecting the initial logon.
"Enterprises have many applications that incorporate internal authentication checks and are not able to directly support two-factor authentication for stronger identity assurance. ESSO approaches provide an important middleware solution that enables migration to strong identity without modifying existing applications," commented Phil Schacter, vice-president at Burton Group.
"Integration of ESSO with the Windows login and two-factor authentication will accelerate enterprise deployment of both technologies."
Increased security, increased simplicity with RSA Sign-On Manager 4.5
New features and benefits associated with RSA Sign-On Manager software include:
* SSO to strongly-protected applications: RSA Sign-On Manager 4.5 software extends security by adding the ability to SSO into applications protected by RSA SecurID technology (eg, enterprise applications, network resources). Using the RSA SecurID SID800 USB-enabled authenticator in a 'connected' mode (ie, connecting the token via a USB port) or leveraging RSA SecurID software tokens, customers may have the one-time passcode automatically submitted to strongly-protected applications. The open RSA SecurID Application Programming Interface enables support for a wide range of applications.
* Extended self-service capabilities: Developed by RSA Laboratories, IntelliAccess emergency access technology now provides self-service in the event of a lost or misplaced RSA SecurID token, enabling users to access Windows desktops, VPNs and wireless applications when disconnected from the network, without calling the help-desk.
* Integrated desktop client: RSA Sign-On Manager solution delivers the first integrated desktop client, which marries ESSO and emergency access, and integrates RSA SecurID for Windows technology, a feature of RSA SecurID software that offers strong authentication for Windows desktops and networks. This combination eases deployment and ensures a simple, secure and consistent end-user experience.
* Enhanced authentication flexibility: Organisations deploying RSA Sign-On Manager software may leverage their existing RSA SecurID technology infrastructure to roll-out RSA SecurID for Windows technology, without additional costs or complexity. In addition, RSA Sign-On Manager solution is the only ESSO product to enable companies to enforce RSA SecurID authentication at each workstation. Patent-pending technology within the RSA SecurID for Windows solution ensures users may login whether online or offline.
* Simplified deployment: RSA Sign-On Manager software eases server installation, supports Microsoft Active Directory Application Mode and integrates the RSA Sign-On Manager and RSA SecurID for Windows technology in a single client.
"The latest release of RSA Sign On-Manager software will help companies to better manage compliance by mitigating risk and increasing security without creating a password management nightmare," added Bill McQuaide, Senior Vice-President, Enterprise Products Division at RSA Security.
"In addition, our more than 18 000 worldwide RSA SecurID customers will now have a clear means to better leverage their current investments in strong authentication technology."
For further information, please contact Andrew Ochse at telephone +27 11 257 8600; fax +27 11 257 8699; e-mail andrewo@securedata.co.za.
Share
RSA Security Inc helps organisations confidently protect identities and information access. The company secures more than 15 million user identities, safeguards trillions of business transactions annually, and manages the confidentiality of data in tens of thousands of applications worldwide. RSA Security's portfolio of award-winning solutions, including identity and access management, secure mobile and remote access, secure enterprise access, secure transactions and consumer identity protection, sets the standard in the industry.
Their strong reputation is built on a 20-year history of ingenuity, leadership and proven technologies, and their 17 000+ customers around the globe. Together with more than 1 000 technology and integration partners, RSA Security inspires confidence in everyone to experience the power and promise of the Internet.
SecureData
SecureData, an ERP.com company, is Africa's premier IT security solution provider. SecureData's solutions incorporate anti-virus and content security, endpoint security, network security, intrusion prevention and authentication and identity management. SecureData's comprehensive "Managed Security Services" include design, audit, implementation, vulnerability assessment, out sourcing and hosting. SecureData distributes, sells and supports category leading IT security products to the public, corporate and SME sectors throughout Africa as well as products and services to the SOHO and consumer markets through partnerships with ISPs.
As well as being the sole distributor in Sub-Saharan Africa for Trend Micro, SecureData is the Sub-Saharan African distributor for US-based TippingPoint Technologies as well as for Application Security, eEye, Precise Biometrics, Red-M, Rocket Software, RSA Security, SPI Dynamics, St Bernard and Websense. For more information, visit SecureData at www.securedata.co.za.
ERP.com
ERP.com is a JSE-listed company focused on the implementation, integration and management of enterprise applications in an e-business environment. For more information, visit ERP.com at www.erpcom.co.za.
Editorial contacts