CRYPTO-MAS Cloud based security

CRYPTO-MAS is a global managed authentication service that leverages cloud based security technologies to offer unrivalled availability and service levels. Being a cloud based service it requires no up-front investment and uses utility model pricing to make it affordable to businesses of all sizes.  Its “out of the box” design ensures that everything is included and the use of CRYPTOCard’s market leading authentication technology and unique range of tokens assure lowest possible total cost of ownership for cloud based services.

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CRYPTO-MAS quickly and easily integrates within an company’s infrastructure, is simple to customize and offers market leading authentication features to deliver maximum flexibility for cloud based services.

CRYPTO-MAS Cloud based security, also known as Cloud Computing, SaaS or managed services is the alternative to traditional on-site server-based solutions.

CryptoMAS Services

Unlike traditional server based authentications systems, CRYPTO-MAS is a fully managed and resilient service that offers a number of instant benefits.  Firstly, with no servers to purchase, no IT training required, no network implementation to undertake, it is easy to see how capital costs are reduced and how the two factor authentication can be deployed instantly – with no complex integration. 

Secondly, CRYPTO-MAS takes all the complexity out of implementation and on-going support and so frees helpdesk and system administrator resources to turn their attention to other pressing matters. A CRYPTO-MAS implementation can be carried out in just a few hours compared to days for a traditional server based solution. 

• Flexible payment schedules. Our “token inclusive” pricing means that unlike other solutions, there is no need to purchase tokens separately.  Making CRYPTO-MAS a true OPEX based model – ideal for partners and end users.
• Flexibility of security options. We believe we offer more security policy options than any other provider by delivering PIN and One-Time-Password options that take you up to Base64 – the most secure option you can get.  Customers can also decide which algorithm’s they wish to deploy– meaning we conform to the clients existing security policies and network nfrastructure, not the other way round.  Both points are increasingly essential as compliance standards evolve. 
• Industry-leading TCO.  CRYPTOCard’s tokens can be purchased inclusive of the service or purchased up front.  Unlike other vendors, there is no “Expiry date” on the tokens – which mean you have to physically replace their tokens every 3 years.
• No hidden costs. all software components and applications are included at no extra cost.
• Quality. Gives us the confidence to offer 5 Year warranty on our KT1 and RB tokens – the longest of any vendor.
• Simplicity. Ease of use through the simple management portal and an easy to use self-service portal – leading to greater user acceptance.
• Choice.  CRYPTO-MAS can be used with traditional key chain tokens, calculator style devices, software tokens, Blackberry tokens and SMS based mobile phone tokens.  No other vendor provides such variety within a managed service.
• Reliability. CRYPTOCard uses event based not time based token technology removing synchronization issues and account lock outs – essential when used within a VPN or remote access network.

CryptoMAS Group Access

Compliance Standards

GCSX No 6 Access Control

GCSX No 10 Mobile / Home Working

Requirement 2 Do not use vendor-supplied defaults for system passwords and other security parameters

Requirement 8 Assign a unique ID to each person with computer access

CryptoMAS in Education

Schools are increasingly using the power of the internet to provide critical services to key education practitioners, such as remote access to school management information systems and online reporting tools.

Key systems requiring authentication security to mitigate the risk of identity theft;

• Government Connect
• SIMS
• ContactPoint
• Janet
• MIS remote access
• Online reporting tools
• Access to parent and/or pupil web portals

Becta have issued some useful guidelines on how to secure these applications against misuse, including the implementation of two-factor authentication, a simple technology that authenticates individual users.

Becta Good Practise in information handling

Trusted supplier to the education sector To date, CRYPTOCard have over 100 existing customers in both Government and education including Yorkshire and Humber Grid for Learning, Redcar Local Authority and Ashcombe School. Each of these customers had specific needs and preferences for their two-factor authentication,including trials and implementation, server type and token design.

Education Solutions Brochure 2009

The following whitepaper looks intoHow Becta’s “Data Handling Procedures in Government” affects your school

Cryptocard Education Whitepaper

YHGfl Case Study 2009