Pentagon ponders access beyond the CAC
The Defense Department is exploring ways to build on the success of the Common Access Card by extending identity management to mobile devices.
HP laptop has workstation power, gov-level security
The ZBook 15 is a powerful workstation in every way except size and shape.
With remote logon, DOD families get single-password access to military websites
The Defense Department's Self-Service Logon system met a growing need for authenticated access to defense websites by service members and their families unable to use the Common Access Card.
Updated platform rescues DHS info sharing network
The Homeland Security Information Network was in danger of cancellation until refocused project management enabled the launch of a more secure platform for sharing sensitive information across federal, state and local agencies, as well as the private sector.
5 pilots to take trusted online ID plan to the next stage
The NSTIC programs, which received more than $7 million in grants, range from military, civilian and commercial authentication initiatives to one aimed at protecting children’s privacy online.
Biometric ID coming to a government office near you
This week's Biometric Consortium Conference showcases a wide range of hardware and software solutions for personal identification/authentication applications in government.
PIV credentials can now be used with mobile devices
The latest revision of FIPS 201, which sets the requirements for PIV cards, includes credentials for mobile devices and new interfaces to enable access with contactless connections.
Is the new iPhone's fingerprint scanner a sign of things to come?
If opened to app developers, Apple's Touch ID could give another authentication option to agencies looking to manage mobile devices, especially if other smartphone manufacturers follow suit.
Key-sharing tech helps combat encrypted DDoS attacks
Prolexic's SSL key-sharing tools make it easier to detect and stop encrypted Layer 7 DDoS attacks while customers maintain control of their SSL keys.
Which sectors require passcodes for mobile device access?
A sampling of smartphones and tablets by Fiberlink Communications shows government is more likely than other sectors to require strong passcodes for mobile devices.
One ID for many sites? How a federated credential exchange works.
SecureKey, selected by USPS for the FCCX pilot, already provides a similar bridge service for the Canadian government. FCCX is expected to work much the same way.
USPS set to put federal ID system to the test
The Postal Service will set up a pilot of the Federal Cloud Credential Exchange this fall and begin testing in January, using SecureKey briidge.net Exchange, which already provides similar services for the Canadian government.
Privilege Guard watches those who watch over the network
The product extends privilege management to admins, giving them enough control to do their jobs but restricting them to authorized tasks.
Yacht hijacking shows the potential power of GPS spoofing
Last year, a University of Texas professor's team took control of a drone in flight. This year, it was a super yacht on the Ionian Sea. But they’re also evaluating ways to prevent spoofing.
E-authentication: What IT managers will be focusing on over the next 18 months
The moves to cloud computing and shared databases are among the factors driving e-authentication.
Smart ID to offer options for iris scanning, on-card fingerprint matching
Updated specifications from NIST for the PIV card now include an option for iris scans in addition to fingerprint authentication and the ability to do on-card matching of fingerprints.
Tablets for government: Dell Latitude 10 Enhanced Security
The Latitude's user authentication features will please admins, but users won't love the limited battery power.
Can the two-man rule foil insider threats?
The NSA, embarrassed by leaks about its covert activities, installs a two-man rule for access to sensitive information. There are other ways to shore up systems, too, though none are perfect.
Sleek case adds two layers of security to iPhones, iPads
Precise Biometrics' Tactivo adds to the BYOD possibilities with biometrics and government ID card authentication.
All-in-one biometric tool combines facial, card and fingerprint scanning
Shuttle Computer's HR70 biometric scanner can enforce access control through facial recognition, with optional ID card and fingerprint scanners.
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