RSA SecurID Authenticators

The RSA SecurID® system is the world’s leading two-factor user authentication solution, relied upon by thousands of organizations worldwide to protect valuable network resources. Used in conjunction with RSA ACE/Server®, an RSA SecurID authenticator functions like an ATM card for your network, requiring users to identify themselves with two unique factors — something they know and something they have — before they are granted access. More than seven million people around the world use RSA SecurID authenticators to securely access Web servers and applications, network operating systems and more — in both remote and local networking applications.

Highlights

• Authenticates users at network, system and application levels
• Secures internal and remote network access
• Available in multiple form factors including hardware, software and smart cards
• Compatible with leading remote access servers, Web servers, firewalls and VPNs
• Easy-to-use, tamperproof technology

Easy for the User
RSA SecurID authenticators are as simple to use as entering a password, but much more secure. Each end user is assigned an RSA SecurID authenticator which generates a new, unpredictable code every 60 seconds that is unique to the user. When logging on to the network, the user enters this number plus a PIN or phrase, forming a passcode, which is used by the RSA ACE/Server to successfully authenticate him or her and thus, allow entry to the network. RSA SecurID authentication requires very few steps and authorized users are positively identified within seconds.

Virtually Hackerproof
Each authenticator has a unique 64-bit symmetric key that is combined with a powerful algorithm to generate a new code every 60 seconds. Only the RSA ACE/Server knows which number is valid at that moment in time for that user/authenticator combination. Because the number is unpredictable and dynamic, it is virtually impossible for a hacker to guess the correct number at any given time. Patented technology time synchronizes each authenticator with the security server, ensuring a high level of security. Additionally, both the hardware and software versions are engineered to resist tampering.

User Authentication Where You Need It
RSA SecurID authenticators can be used by your employees, business partners and customers, whether local or remote and mobile. Whether they require access to e-mail, network operating systems, intranets and extranets, Web servers or other information or applications hosted on UNIX servers or NT networks, RSA SecurID two-factor authentication ensures that only authorized users are allowed entry to your network.

Compatible With Your Infrastructure
Through the RSA SecurID Ready Program, the products of more than 85 leading vendors of firewalls, remote access servers and VPNs support RSA SecurID two-factor authentication right out of the box. In addition, RSA ACE/Agent software is available to allow you to add two-factor authentication to network operating systems and applications that you need to secure, including NT environments, Web-based applications and others.

RSA SecurID Authenticator Options
RSA SecurID Authenticator Options The RSA SecurID system is the world’s leading two-factor user authentication solution. With the broadest range of easy-to-use form factors, there is an RSA SecurID authenticator to suit every organization.

The popular RSA SecurID key fob offers extreme durability in a reliable and portable form factor. The original SecurID hardware token is a credit card-sized device that continues to provide the same excellent performance and quality guaranteed from every RSA SecurID authenticator. The RSA SecurID PINPAD card comes in the same credit card size, while also enabling users to encrypt their passcode for a higher level of security in environments where there is a high risk of electronic eavesdropping.

RSA SecurID smart cards are available in two different versions: the RSA SecurID 1100 smart card and the RSA SecurID 3100 smart card. Both cards work directly with the RSA SecurID software token application and store the 64-bit RSA SecurID symmetric key on the card. Both smart cards can also be combined with physical building access security applications and corporate badge systems, providing a multi-function authenticator. The RSA SecurID 1100 smart card is a microprocessor memory card that can be used for storing additional applications such as e-purse or loyalty programs. The RSA SecurID 3100 smart card is an RSA cyptographic card that securely stores a user’s PKI credentials for use with an RSA Keon® Advanced PKI environment.

The RSA SecurID software token uses the same patented algorithm as the industry-leading RSA SecurID hardware tokens. The software application functions like an RSA SecurID PINPAD card and provides the added benefit of allowing automated secure remote access. The RSA SecurID software token can also be used for automated access to protected Web sites through a standard browser interface. Users can authenticate through familiar interfaces while affording administrators the same benefits of a security scheme based on one-time access codes. The RSA SecurID software token supports qualified smart cards too. With RSA SecurID for Palm Computing devices, a user doesn’t need to carry a separate hardware token; the Palm device acts as an RSA SecurID authenticator. After an easy one-time installation process, the RSA SecurID software application and unique seed record are securely stored on the Palm device with safeguards to prevent hacks or duplication.