ActivClient for Mac OS X

The ideal solution for multi-factor, multi-application security on OS X

ActivClient® is the latest smart card middleware from ActivIdentity that allows enterprise and government customers to easily use smart cards and USB tokens for a wide variety of desktop, network security and productivity applications. ActivClient for Mac OS X enables usage of smart cards to secure desktop applications, network login, web login, e-mail and electronic transactions.

Key Features

Trusted identity and security services

Consolidates multiple credentials and applications on a single, secure device.
Enables strong authentication, non-repudiation, digital signatures, encryption and other services.
Supports the latest security algorithms and standards.

Field-proven in demanding environments

Next generation of ActivCard® Gold™, the world’s leading smart card-based strong authentication software.
ActivIdentity client software adopted by leading organizations and governments around the world.

Maximum interoperability

Supports standard government-issued smart cards such as PIV.
Widest range of supported applications and PKI services for easy integration, even in complex IT environments.
Supports a wide range of smart cards and USB tokens.
Standards-based architecture enables.

Easy to deploy, use and maintain

Supports repackaging for easy distribution of custom configurations.
ActivClient for Mac OS X can be used jointly with ActivClient for Windows as a standalone end-user client.
Optional deployment with ActivID™ Card Management System (CMS) for secure issuance and lifecycle management of devices and credentials.
Strong security with an ATM-like user experience.

Benefits

Proven desktop security

Secures access to workstations and networks with smart cards to prevent unauthorized access.

Secure and portable PKI

Allows digital certificates to be stored on secure devices improving the security and usability of digital signing and encryption applications including electronic forms and email.

Strong Authentication

Enables the use of smart cards to provide two-factor authentication for system login, VPN and Web for trusted access control and business transactions.

Smart Employee ID

Workstation component of the ActivIdentity Smart Employee ID solution combining photo ID, physical access and IT security in a single smart card.

Technical Specifications

Security services

Smart Card Login with digital certificates
Screen lock or logoff at card removal
Support for secure web access with Apple Safari browser
Support for email signature / encryption with Apple Mail and Microsoft Entourage

Management services

View smart card digital certificates through Apple Keychain access
View personal information for US Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) cards
Change PIN
Unlock Card via ActivID® Card Management System (CMS)
Remote and centralized post-issuance card updates via ActivID CMS

Deployment services

Software customizable to organizations’ specific needs and security policies
Apple Package Installer, configurable to add or hide modules
Install shell script, customizable to distribute pre-selected software configuration
Compatible with Apple Remote Desktop

Compliance with standards

Smart Cards: ISO 7816-1, -2, -3, -4
Smart Card Operating System: Java Card
Smart Card Readers: PC/SC
Public key mechanisms: 1024-bit & 2048 RSA, X509 certificates
Public key cryptography (PKI): SSL; S/MIME
U.S. Government Smart Card Interoperability Specifications GSC-IS
U.S. General Services Administration GSA) Basic Services Interface (BSI)
Card Management: Global Platform
Apple Keychain Services

Compatibility

Smart Cards and USB tokens from ActivIdentity, Atmel®, Gemalto, Giesecke & Devrient, Oberthur, KeyCorp, Sagem Orga
ActivID™ Card Management System (CMS)
ActivClient (Windows versions)
ActivClient for Solaris
ActivClient for Linux
FIPS certified ActivIdentity applets on a wide range of smart cards
FIPS 201 certified Personal Identity Verification (PIV) cards and applications

System requirements

Mac OS X 10.4.9 (PPC)
Mac OS X 10.4.9 Server (PPC)
Mac OS X 10.4.9 (Intel)
Mac OS X 10.4.9 Server (Intel)
512 MB of RAM
150 MB of free disk space

Next Steps

Call 800 529 9499 Toll free US

Worldwide Contact

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