The Local Area Network (LAN)
enables many users and computers to share information,
machines and applications. However, it is very difficult
to locate and isolate individual attacks on a LAN. This
makes any computer connected to the LAN a security risk.
Yet, the standard authentication method ― usernames
and passwords ― does not provide the level of security
necessary to protect these computers, which is vital
to today's security practices.
Authenex solves this security
risk with the Authenex Strong Authentication System
(ASAS®). The ASAS®
System provides simple LAN security by requiring
anyone to verify who they are via two-factor authentication
before accessing a network.
Like a bank ATM, the ASAS®
System two-factor authentication process is based
on identifying a user by something they have (in this
case, an A-Key® token) and something they know (a
password or PIN). LAN users accessing your network must
use both factors to gain access. Without both, the ASAS®
System denies access.
The ASAS®
System enables both One-time Password (OTP) and
USB-based Challenge/Response authentication from the
same token.
Using One-time Password (OTP)
access, the LAN user’s A-Key®
token generates a six-digit OTP value. The
user enters that number along with their PIN into the
LAN log in password field. Each OTP value is unique
and can only be used once. Every time the user accesses
an ASAS®
System-protected LAN log in, a new, unique OTP value
is required.
The A-Key®
token can also contain a USB interface that
enables users to authenticate via Challenge/Response
authentication. In this case, the user plugs their token
into the USB port of their computer, then accesses the
LAN log in. Rather than entering their network password,
the user enters the password for the A-Key®
token itself. The password plus information on the
token enables the token to authenticate the user (passwords
are never transmitted across any network).
Designed to integrate with existing
infrastructure, the ASAS®
System is easy to install and manage. Using a Web
browser, even low-tech people can perform most administrative
tasks. And the User Self Service Center module enables
end users to perform routine A-Key®
token management and deployment tasks. |