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Security Tokens

-- 11 Vendor Reports | 14 Products

ALSO CALLED: Authentication Tokens, Hardware Tokens, USB Security Tokens, and Tokens
DEFINITION: A security token (sometimes called an authentication token) is a small hardware device that the owner carries to authorize access to a network service. The device may be in the form of a smart card or may be embedded in a commonly used object such as a key fob. Security tokens provide an extra level of assurance through a method known as two-factor  … 
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Recent Vendor Reports on Security Tokens
Countdown – Top 5 Technologies on the Leading Edge of Authentication
sponsored by Aladdin Knowledge Systems
PODCAST: In this podcast, Mark Diodati of Burton Group will count down his top five leading edge authentication technologies, including authentication as a service, personal portable security devices, and the credit card OTP form factor.
Posted: 21 Jul 2008 | Premiered: 21 Jul 2008
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TOPICS:  Access Control | Application Security | Authentication | Biometrics | Data Security | Information Security | Password Management | Security Tokens
Strong Authentication: Securing Identities and Enabling Business
sponsored by Aladdin Knowledge Systems
WHITE PAPER: This white paper examines the ways that strong authentication solutions can protect sensitive company data and help companies achieve compliance, bring in more business, and reduce costs.
Posted: 08 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jul 2008
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TOPICS:  Access Control | Authentication | Identification Systems | Security Tokens
Multi-factor Authentication: Adding Business Value to Compliance
sponsored by Arcot Systems, Inc.
WEBCAST: Check out this webcast to learn about the business and security benefits that your company can get from multi-factor authentication.
Posted: 03 Jul 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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TOPICS:  Authentication | Data Security | Regulatory Compliance | Security Threats | Security Tokens
Encryption Made Easy on the System i
sponsored by Linoma Software
WEBCAST: Learn how you can satisfy your company's security initiatives by protecting sensitive fields and backups on the IBM System i (iSeries) using strong encryption, integrated key management and auditing.
Posted: 30 Jun 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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TOPICS:  Backups | Compliance Audits | Compliance Best Practices | Compliance Software | Data Encryption | Data Encryption Software | Data Governance | Encryption Standards | Security Best Practices | Security Tokens
Tips for Overcoming Authentication Challenges in 2008
sponsored by VeriSign, Inc
WHITE PAPER: This expert E-Guide takes a look at the challenges of effectively authenticating consumers and details what your company can do to ensure the security of its online customers.
Posted: 09 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008
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TOPICS:  Application Security | Authentication | Data Security | eCommerce | Fraud Protection | Handheld Device Security | Remote Access Security | Security Tokens | VPN
Expert Tips to Overcoming Authentication Challenges
sponsored by VeriSign, Inc
PODCAST: This podcast examines the characteristics of multi-factor authentication and how to keep online transactions secure by using this technology.
Posted: 06 May 2008 | Premiered: 06 May 2008, 09:00 EDT (13:00 GMT)
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TOPICS:  Authentication | Biometrics | eCommerce | Fraud Protection | Identity Theft | Security Tokens
Readers' Choice Awards
sponsored by Information Security Magazine
JOURNAL ARTICLE: Information Security and SearchSecurity.com presented more than 1,600 readers with some 360 security products, divided into 18 categories, three categories which failed to draw sufficient reader response are covered in market articles.
Posted: 13 Apr 2008 | Published: 01 Apr 2008
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TOPICS:  Access Control Software | Emerging Technologies | Endpoint Security | Firewall Appliances | Identity Management Software | Information Security | Integrated Threat Management | Intrusion Detection Systems | Intrusion Prevention Systems | Security Tokens | Surveys
Authentication
sponsored by Information Security Magazine
JOURNAL ARTICLE: For Andy Pruitt, chief technology officer for Backstop Solutions Group, an on-demand platform for hedge funds, RSA was the only vendor that worked with the firm's particular integration needs.
Posted: 03 Apr 2007 | Published: 01 Apr 2007
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TOPICS:  Authentication | Biometric Devices | Public Key Infrastructure | Security Tokens | Smart Cards
CAT (Cellular Authentication Token) Demo
sponsored by Mega AS Consulting Ltd.
TRIAL SOFTWARE:Mega AS CAT (Cellular Authentication Token) is a unique low cost Two Factor Authentication (TFA) One Time Password (OTP) solution for secured access to remote servers via: internet, WiFi, VPN, intranet, other customized access methods.
Posted: 15 Sep 2004 | Published: 01 Sep 2004
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TOPICS:  Authentication | Security Tokens
ArticSoft DiskAssurity
sponsored by ArticSoft Limited
DATA SHEET:DiskAssurity provides complete data protection without any hassle.
Posted: 25 Sep 2003 | Published: 01 Sep 2003
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TOPICS:  Data Encryption | Security Tokens | USB
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SECURITY TOKENS DEFINITION (continued): …  authentication: the user has a personal identification number (PIN), which authorizes them as the owner of that particular device; the device then displays a number which uniquely identifies the user to the service, allowing them to log in. The identification number for each user is changed frequently, usually every five minutes or so.

Unlike a password, a security token is a physical object. A key fob, for example, is practical and easy to carry, and thus, easy for the user to protect. Even if the key fob falls into the wrong hands, however, it can't be used to gain access … 
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