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This slide presentation provides an overview of the challenges of password creep and the solutions to solve these issues.
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© 2010 DigitalPersona, Inc.© 2010 DigitalPersona, Inc.
Addressing Password Creep withDigitalPersona ProJim FultonVice President, DigitalPersona
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© 2010 DigitalPersona, Inc.
Who is DigitalPersona
Best-in-class centrally-managed solutions• Over 95M users worldwide use DigitalPersona technology• Award-winning products
SC Magazine, 5-Star Best Buy, 2008 and 2009 Frost & Sullivan, Global Product Differentiation Innovation, 2007 CRN, Emerging Tech Vendor, 2007 Info Security Product Guide, Best Deployment Scenario, 2006 Microsoft Innovations, 2004
HP partner for Endpoint Protection software• Delivering centrally-managed security
for SMBs and Enterprises
Global company, headquartered in Silicon Valley, USA• Founded in 1997; operations in Americas, EMEA and Asia
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DigitalPersona – A Leader In Security
Financial Services
Healthcare
Government
EducationEnergy
Retail/POS
OEMs
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Where is Password Creep Coming From
Password Mandates
Application Enforcement
User Errors/Confusion
• Password policies vary widely by application
• Users getting prompted to manage many more passwords
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© 2010 DigitalPersona, Inc.
Where is Password Creep Coming From
Password Mandates
Application Enforcement
User Errors/Confusion
• Password policies vary widely by application
Rising Helpdesk Costs + Uncertain Compliance
• Users getting prompted to manage many more passwords
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This Problem Takes Many Forms
Access ManagementSecure logon and authentication for networks and applications
Secure CommunicationsDigital signature and secure file sharing
Data ProtectionEncryption for computers and data at rest
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Managing Many Security Systems is Challenging
Full DiskEncryption
SecureVPN
SecureEmail &
Documents
SingleSign-On
(SSO)
Smartcards,Tokens,
Biometrics
Manage ManageManageManage
Manage
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Managing Many Security Systems is Challenging
Full DiskEncryption
SecureVPN
SecureEmail &
Documents
SingleSign-On
(SSO)
Smartcards,Tokens,
Biometrics
Different products don’t fit together• Expensive, redundant
• Complex for IT & users
Manage ManageManageManage
Manage
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Central Management is the Solution
Businesses can nowcentrally managesecurity policies through
DigitalPersona Pro
All-in-one Endpoint ProtectionStrong | Easy to Manage | Affordable
ControlAccess
Secure Communications
ProtectData
Manage
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Solutions Powered by DigitalPersona Pro
Data ProtectionEncrypt customer data and IP
Remote Access SecurityMulti-factor VPN authentication
Strong AuthenticationKnow who did what, where
Secure CommunicationsDigital signature and encryptionfor email and shared files
Access RecoveryRecover access to locked computers
ComplianceImplement strong controls
Single Sign-OnEliminate password burdens/costs
Fast accessImprove productivity for shared PCs
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Example: Addressing CJIS for Government Agencies
CJIS requires advanced authentication• Passwords must be at least 8 characters• 2-Factor Authentication
CJIS mandates data encryption
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Example: Addressing CJIS for Government Agencies
DigitalPersona Pro simplifies strong passwords• Eliminate password reset burdens on helpdesk – fast ROI• Prevent sharing of passwords, social engineering attacks
Enables strong authentication• Fingerprints, smart cards, face• Windows, Web, Citrix, VPNs, legacy apps
Enables disk and file encryption
my$trongP@ssw0rd!
CJIS requires advanced authentication• Passwords must be at least 8 characters• 2-Factor Authentication
CJIS mandates data encryption
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How Strong Passwords Are Made Simple
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DigitalPersona Pro Gives IT Control Over Authentication
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DigitalPersona Pro Enters Passwords for the User
myusername
********
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Strong Security Becomes Simple
myusername
********And the user is logged in!
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Example: Preventing Disasters
Forgotten passwords
Lost smartcards
Damaged hardware
What do you do when users run into problems?
COMPANYNET\Bob_Smith
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DigitalPersona Pro Access Recovery
Administrators can give users an unlock code – even when users are on the road
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© 2010 DigitalPersona, Inc.
DigitalPersona Pro Access Recovery
Administrators can give users an unlock code – even when users are on the road
Prevent Lockouts
COMPANYNET\Bob_Smith
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Efficiency – streamline processes, save money• Reduce costs/downtime from forgotten passwords or damaged PCs
Compliance – know who does what• Implement controls to show “due care,” boost accountability• Show compliance with comprehensive audit logs
Security – make strong protection easy• Simplify strong authentication for multiple applications• Encrypt data without fear of data loss
DigitalPersona Pro
Manageability – keep control across all PCs• Enforce policies and recover from problems – from one console
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© 2010 DigitalPersona, Inc.
Efficiency – streamline processes, save money• Reduce costs/downtime from forgotten passwords or damaged PCs
Compliance – know who does what• Implement controls to show “due care,” boost accountability• Show compliance with comprehensive audit logs
Security – make strong protection easy• Simplify strong authentication for multiple applications• Encrypt data without fear of data loss
www.digitalpersona.com/enterprise
Manageability – keep control across all PCs• Enforce policies and recover from problems – from one console
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