Open Business Systems presents Vasco security devices, cost-effective Strong Authentication systems for organisations that take their security seriously.
Vasco uses token devices, or key fobs, creating a two-factor authentication model, similar to a cash point. This prevents anybody to gain access to a system unless they can present both a PIN code or a password and a code taken from a Vasco key fob, raising the bar sufficiently to discourage many identity thiefs and most importantly, strengthening the weakest link in network security, the users.
The key fobs come in many different sizes and shapes. The fob in the pictures below is the Vasco Digipass Go 1, a fob which is ultra-portable and can be used anywhere, anyhow and at any time. It can be carried in a shirt pocket, clipped on a belt, worn on a necklace or as a classy key holder. This is reinforced by its stylish design. The combination of aesthetics and security will ensure that users will like to deploy and to wear the Digipass Go 1.
Why isn't a password sufficient security?
There are many easy, inexpensive ways to steal user passwords:
Password Cracking Tools A variety of software tools, such as L0Phtcrack and NT Crack, automate the guessing of passwords through brute force and with extensive dictionaries of frequently used passwords.
Network Monitoring This technique, also known as “sniffing,” allows monitoring(without detection) the contents for any message that streams by and flagging messages based on keywords, such as “login” or “password.”
Brute Force Dialling Programs like ToneLoc automate the process of locating modem telephone lines; then the hacker attempts sign-on with various password alternatives.
Abuse of Administrative Tools Many tools that have been designed to control and improve networks can be misused for destructive purposes.
Social Engineering In contrast to the high-tech tools available to uncover passwords, some intruders use non-technical approaches to steal passwords.
