Positive Networks Launches PhoneFactor™ Premium Modules to Simplify Large-Scale Deployments and Enable Real-Time Fraud Alerts
New Phone-based Two-Factor Authentication Service Extends Enterprise Deployment and Advanced Security
OVERLAND PARK, KS (October 9, 2007) – Positive Networks, the leading provider of hosted security services, today announced PhoneFactor 1.1, the newest version of the company’s award winning, phone-based two-factor authentication service. PhoneFactor Version 1.1 adds several premium modules to its service including simplified enterprise deployment, advanced security features, and reporting capabilities.
PhoneFactor uses any phone as the second authentication factor, eliminating the need to purchase and manage expensive tokens. Because employees can use their own phones, PhoneFactor eliminates the need to carry an external authentication device.
PhoneFactor is offered as a free service for companies who want a powerful and simple means of authenticating end users. The product includes everything an enterprise needs to roll out a complete two-factor authentication service, including unlimited users and authentications, and support for VPN appliances, Citrix, and Microsoft Outlook Web Access. It also includes free authentication calls to 30+ countries worldwide.
Positive Networks offers additional features on a fee basis through premium modules, such as multi-server support, directory integration, international authentication, reporting and auditing, and support and product maintenance packages.
In PhoneFactor 1.1, the following premium modules are available:
- Enterprise Platform – The starting module for enterprises who want to secure more applications, get live phone support, and customize the user experience.
- More Applications & Stability– Secure up to two applications and enable fail-over protection and load-balancing between two redundant Agents.
- Gold Level Support – Access toll-free phone, chat, and email support from 8am-6pm CT, Monday thru Friday.
- Customized Usability – Tailor the users’ PhoneFactor experience to the company and specific applications.
- Extended Deployment – Allows PhoneFactor two-factor authentication to be deployed easily across the entire enterprise.
- Unlimited Agents – Deploy Agents to all servers with synchronization and redundancy.
- Unlimited Applications including Single Sign-On (SSO) – Allows PhoneFactor to seamlessly secure all your applications.
- Centralized Reporting and Management – Access online management tools for enterprise-wide reporting on users and Agents.
- Advanced Security – Allows premium security features to maximize PhoneFactor
- PIN Security – Add a third tier of protection by requiring users to enter a personal identification number (PIN) to authenticate.
- Real-Time Fraud Alerts – Receive instant e-mail alerts if users suspect fraudulent activity on their account.
“PhoneFactor’s free version was already a powerful two-factor solution for enterprises,” said Steve Dispensa, Chief Technology Officer, Positive Networks. “Now with Premium Modules including features like extended deployment for multiple servers and additional security like live fraud alert, even the largest enterprises will have cost-effective alternative to token-based authentication solutions.”
PhoneFactor is a web-based service that can be set up within minutes and without the purchase of hardware or packaged software. The service is easy to implement and seamlessly integrates with existing Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS), Microsoft Active Directory, and RADIUS servers. No software is installed on the phone, and users can easily be set up through a simple Active Directory import. Positive Networks also provides 24×7 end user and IT administrator support. PhoneFactor is available world-wide.
A complete list of premium modules and features can be found at www.phonefactor.net
Positive Networks is a leading provider of security products and services, including the award-winning PhoneFactor™ two-factor authentication and identity protection service, and the PositivePRO™ remote access service. Awards include: “Best-in-Class” Service Provider by Stratecast Partners, finalist for SC Magazine Excellence Award, AlwaysON AO100, Info Security Product Guide Product Excellence Award winner. For more information, please call 877-668-6536 or visit www.phonefactor.com
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