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DeTron Inc. Introduces QDK Technology, Enabling True Personal Trusted Identity For Cloud Era

2012-09-27 06:31:01

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- DeTron Inc., today announced the availability of QDK (Quantum Direct Key), a true innovation in personal trusted identity technology and the first to meet the evolving global demands for cloud-based applications and services. Built with a proprietary algorithm, QDK satisfies all the key elements necessary to protect and empower the individual in a world dominated by cyber-activity: privacy, security, interoperability and ease of use....

VASCO expands its MYDIGIPASS.COM platform

2012-09-26 22:22:01

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., and ZURICH, Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- VASCO Data Security International, Inc. (Nasdaq: VDSI) (www.vasco.com), a leading software security company specializing in strong authentication products and services, strengthens its MYDIGIPASS.COM platform by adding a launch pad and a marketplace. By adding these two features, MYDIGIPASS.COM becomes even more attractive to ASPs allowing them to increase their revenue, improve their security and add extra value to...

Federation Without the Fuss for Microsoft Office 365

2012-09-24 23:01:11

Scorpion Software announces the first strong, fully independent two-factor authentication and single sign-on solution for Office 365 Chilliwack, BC (PRWEB) September 24, 2012 Scorpion Software announces the first strong, fully independent two-factor authentication and single sign-on solution for Office 365. “Microsoft takes security seriously,” says Scorpion Software CEO Dana Epp. “But to get maximum security, companies need to protect the keys to the front door – the passwords...

Virgin Mobile Leaves Their Customers Wide Open To Attack

Millions of Virgin Mobile Accounts Are Vulnerable To Attack

2012-09-19 09:59:09

Michael Harper for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online Last month, the Internet watched along in horror as one Wired writer had his entire digital life placed in jeopardy. His iPad, iPhone and MacBook Air were locked down and his Twitter account (along with the Twitter account for Gizmodo) were taken over and used to broadcast all sorts of idiotic dribble in quick succession. As he tried to piece together his digital life, Mat Honan had a chance to speak with his teenaged hackers who...

Sony Bank implements VASCO's authentication technology

2012-09-17 22:21:49

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. and ZURICH, Sept. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- VASCO Data Security International, Inc. (Nasdaq: VDSI; www.vasco.com ), a leading software security company specializing in authentication products today announced that Sony Bank Incorporated implemented VASCO's DIGIPASS and VACMAN authentication technology, to enhance the security level of its Internet banking service. Sony Bank is an affiliate of Sony Financial Holdings, that comprises Sony Life Insurance, Sony...

Passware Software Makes Windows Computers Accessible to Law Enforcement Exposing Login Passwords in Minutes

2012-09-17 06:21:43

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Passware, Inc., a provider of password recovery, decryption, and electronic evidence discovery software for computer forensics, law enforcement organizations, government agencies and private investigators, announces that Passware Kit Forensic v.12 - a new version of its flagship product - recovers Windows user login passwords from computer memory in a matter of minutes. To reveal passwords of all previously logged-in users,...

With the Release of the Top 25 Worst Passwords, ABS Insurance Agency, wants to Ensure Missouri Residents & Businesses Are Aware & Protected

2012-09-14 23:01:27

Missouri insurance agency shares worst Internet passwords to prevent cyber crime. Chesterfield, Missouri (PRWEB) September 14, 2012 Missouri insurance agency, ABS Insurance Agency, hopes to keep Missouri residents and businesses aware of the trends in cyber crime to protect them from hackers who could destroy their businesses or personal identities. One of the best ways to protect a business or home computer is to choose strong passwords for email and other important accounts online in...

Passwords Could Be Obsolete With New Palm-Reading Technology

Intel Unveils 'Palm-Reading' Technology To Replace Passwords

2012-09-14 05:40:13

redOrbit Staff & Wire Reports - Your Universe Online Intel unveiled on Thursday a new technology that could replace passwords used for social networks, online banking and other secure transactions with a simple wave of a hand. The company’s researchers demonstrated a prototype of the technology using a tablet computer loaded with special software and a biometric sensor that recognizes the unique patterns of veins on a person's palm "The problem with passwords -- we use too many...

Internet Users Sitting On A “Password Time-Bomb”

2012-09-05 23:00:34

my1login launches free ‘password strength meter’ in a bid to encourage safer password management practices...so, how ‘hackable’ is YOUR password? (PRWEB) September 04, 2012 Poor online password management is a “ticking time-bomb” that could ultimately result in identity theft, financial fraud and reputational damage on a massive scale for individuals and businesses alike, according to a leading security expert. Mike Newman, CEO of online security firm ‘my1login’ says:...

Unlock My Password Review Released Today By EveryReview.net

2012-08-29 23:00:17

Unlock My Password is an easy to use product that will allow users to unlock their computer within 30 seconds, even if without a clue as to what the password was. (PRWEB) August 28, 2012 For those interested in protecting the safety of documents and personal identity, it is always a good idea to have password protection turned on with forced login each time the computer is booted up. However, a lot of people are actually scared to use this kind of protection because of the fear of losing...