The threat to computer security is not only rapidly evolving but is commonly underestimated. Unfortunately, it is often not until after a computer or network is compromised and losses result, that the need for optimising security measures is realised. Support for Contact Smart Cards by Windows 2000 enables organisations to adopt Smart Cards to significantly improve their computer security and achieve better adherence to operating policy. RedCrater makes the adoption of Smart Cards for computer security easy by providing a range of packages and solutions to meet organisations requirements.
The security of organisational data has taken on a new priority with the increasing sophistication and ease of computer and network compromise. Smart Card Computer Login provides an effective way to substantially improve computer login security by requiring true two-factor authentication through combining something you have (the Smart Card) and something that only you know (the 4 – 8 digit PIN). This provides much stronger security than other types of network logon processes that depend on traditional username and password systems and also reduces the costs to organisations of password management.
RedCrater offers the Smart Card Secure Email package to provide the highest level of email security and protection. Smart Card Secure Email works by allowing encryption or signing of emails using a secure email certificate stored on a Smart Card. The encryption used with Smart Card Secure Email ensures only the intended recipient can read an email. Signing provides assurance that an email is from the correct person and that the contents (such as bank account details) have not been changed on route.
The Smart Card Secure Email package is comprised of an OMNIKEY 3021 Reader and an email certificate stored on a C200 Smart Card. Because the email certificate is stored on the Smart Card it gives you additional security as the encryption keys go with you on the card (rather than stay the computer), and this portability also allows you to use the same email certificate on all computers.