Strong Authentication for Novell iChain and Access Manager with Smart Cards or USB Tokens

For Novell iChain and Access Manager customers concerned by rising security threats and the weakness of password authentication. ActivIdentity provides a strong authentication solution fully integrated with Novell environment to enable secure, easy and cost-efficient access to remote applications and resources.

Combined with ActivClient™, the market-leading smart card middleware, iChain or Access Manager requires two-factor authentication (insertion of the smart card or USB token, and typing of the PIN code) before enabling access to applications.

Features and benefits

Comply with security requirements – Address IT security and compliance requirements by preventing unauthorized access to information.
Improved user experience – End-users no longer need to remember any password: instead they simply insert their smart card or USB token and type their PIN code.
Advanced Security through two-factor authentication and advanced security options: storage of credentials on the Smart Card or USB token, and encryption of user data in the directory with the PKI credentials on the device.
Ease of deployment – Designed to integrate seamlessly with Novell iChain and other Novell products such as eDirectory, NMAS and Novell Identity Manager.
Return On Investment – ActivClient also enables strong authentication for Windows, Linux, VPN / Dial-up, Web Login, as well as data security and digital signature. Additionally ActivClient can be combined with Novell SecureLogin to enable single sign on with advanced security features that leverage the smart cards and USB tokens.
Future proof – Supports the widest range of smart cards, readers and USB tokens.