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SafeNet USB token stops data heists through advanced access control and ID management

~ iKey 4000 presents optimal solution to looming compliance deadlines for the Payment Card Industry ~

September 25, 2007

SafeNet, Inc., a global leader in information security, has announced the availability of the iKey 4000 USB token, the world’s strongest available hardware authentication solution for safeguarding data against unauthorised access. The iKey 4000 meets the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) requirements.

The PCI DSS outlines security requirements for all organisations that process, transmit, or store cardholder data. Those requirements include restricting access to credit card, and assigning a unique digital ID to each person with computer access. Compliance deadlines are September 30 for Level One merchants, and December 31 for Level Two merchants. Non compliant merchants face hefty fines and put their organisation in danger of security breaches.

“Organisations that use payment card processes are under extreme pressure to protect the information they handle, as well as meet industry compliance mandates,” said Andy Solterbeck, vice president of Product Management, SafeNet. “Given its stronger protection, versatility and usability, the iKey 4000 provides them with added benefits over prior solutions and gives them a way to meet and exceed their security and compliance needs.”

Implementing access control measures by merchants is necessary so that their data can only be accessed by authorised personnel. USB tokens cryptographically store digital IDs like passwords, keys, certificates, or biometrics. Such tokens are the preferred method for positive employee identification because private information never leaves the device and is protected by two-factor authentication—something you have (the token) and something you know (password). Tokens require users to authenticate themselves before initiating any security functions, ensuring that only authorised users are accessing information.

Building on the global standard of token security previously established by the SafeNet iKey 2032, the iKey 4000 provides unprecedented security by utilising Advanced Encryption System (AES), the most powerful encryption technology available that enables two-factor authentication. In addition, its hardware-based key generation, key storage, encryption and digital signing provide unparalleled security to client applications.

The iKey 4000 enables VPN authentication, e-mail encryption, digital signatures and many other PKI-enabled applications from leading vendors. SafeNet’s iKey 4000 USB Token supports PKCS #11, Microsoft CryptoAPI, and Apple Native PC/SC for easy integration into custom applications. iKey 4000 is designed to meet FIPS Level-3 and Common Criteria standards.

Learn more about the iKey 4000 and other SafeNet security solutions at booth A43 at Sibos. While there, take the home run challenge for a chance to win an official Major League Baseball bat signed by the 2004 World Champion Boston Red Sox. http://www.safenet-inc.com/ikey4000

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“Organisations that use payment card processes are under extreme pressure to protect the information they handle, as well as meet industry compliance mandates,” said Andy Solterbeck, vice president of Product Management, SafeNet. “Given its stronger protection, versatility and usability, the iKey 4000 provides them with added benefits over prior solutions and gives them a way to meet and exceed their security and compliance needs.”

About the company

About SafeNet, Inc.
SafeNet is a global leader in information security. Founded more than 20 years ago, the company provides complete security utilising its encryption technologies to protect communications, intellectual property and digital identities, and offers a full spectrum of products including hardware, software, and chips. UBS, Nokia, Fujitsu, Hitachi, Bank of America, Adobe, Cisco Systems, Microsoft, Samsung, Texas Instruments, the U.S. Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service and scores of other customers entrust their security needs to SafeNet. In 2007, SafeNet was taken private by Vector Capital. For more information, visit www.safenet-inc.com .

Editor's Note: SafeNet is a registered trademark of SafeNet, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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For further information, please contact:
Steven George or Tulna Shah at LEWIS
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7802 2626
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7802 2627
safenetuk@lewispr.com
Internet: http://www.safenet-inc.com

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