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iMagic Software releases Trustable Passwords Connector for Sentillion's Vergence Authenticator
Solvang, California, February 14, 2005 - iMagic Software, the leader in strong user authentication software solutions based upon advanced, patent-pending keystroke recognition technology, today announced the availability of Trustable Passwords Version 2.0, and Trustable Passwords™ for Vergence Authenticator. Trustable Passwords monitors user logons, and uses reliable user typing patterns to authenticate users and prevent unauthorized system access, even if the password is known to another person or otherwise compromised.
With this release, Trustable Passwords’ benefits are extended to users of Sentillion’s industry leading healthcare single sign-on solution, Vergence Authenticator. Trustable Passwords seamlessly and transparently integrates with Authenticator, and adds strong biometric authentication to existing username/password logins, without the need for additional hardware, or changes to existing logon processes. Trustable Passwords supports all Authenticator functionality including fast user-switching and timeouts. Trustable Passwords also integrates with Active Directory and provides support for secure Microsoft Windows logon, secure web authentication, and a variety of remote access solutions.
“We never have to change passwords again.” says Steven Bender, CEO of iMagic Software. “That is what we hear our customers saying. Trustable Passwords adds biometric authentication to existing password systems. Because Trustable Passwords is a biometric, it means heath systems can bypass the frequent password change rules which otherwise would be mandated by HIPAA.”
Changing passwords every 60-90 days is simply impractical for most major health systems, and costs, both the initial acquisition cost and the costs of on-going operations and maintenance are also a big hurdle for many. Trustable Passwords is a practical and cost-effective solution that uses existing systems and processes. The ability for users to use a single password, and keep it, enhances both security and user convenience. In addition, overall system operating costs are reduced because users can remember their passwords – without the need to write them down or call the help desk. These benefits, plus Trustable Passwords’ affordable price, makes the addition of strong authentication practical for many health systems struggling with the problem of new HIPAA regulations, and the need to balance budgets while keeping security easy for the user.
A single Trustable Password can be used with Authenticator; Windows network logons, local workstation logons, and remote access via the web or VPN. Trustable Passwords is a software solution which implements quickly and can be deployed automatically with a variety of system management tools.
Secure access is one of the most critical issues in today’s premiere hospital and healthcare industry information technology networks. At present it is estimated that about 80% of all systems are protected using only passwords. Unfortunately, passwords alone are scant protection. Trustable Passwords can be quickly deployed to bring these systems into compliance with the regulatory requirements of HIPAA, and in a manner practical for most organizations to implement.
With iMagic’s Trustable Passwords, the need for cryptic passwords that are constantly changing, and frustrated users who cannot remember them, is eliminated. Users have a single, easy-to-remember password. Health systems get secure access, greatly reduced costs, and user convenience from an economical system that can be implemented rapidly.
About iMagic Software
iMagic Software provides enterprise biometric password solutions and services that deliver strong authentication that is secure, convenient and flexible. With the Trustable Passwords Enterprise Suite, version 2.0, organizations can strengthen their digital security and meet regulatory requirements while maintaining user convenience. Trustable Passwords is available today with connectors for CA® eTrust®, Citrix® Presentation Server™, Microsoft® Active Directory, and Sentillion® Vergence®. iMagic Software is headquartered in Solvang, CA, and has offices in Los Angeles, CA, and Boulder, CO.