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CryptoMate by Advanced Card Systems
Frustrated by network breaches like Trojan program attack, credential/password leakage, legitimate session hijacking, or all of the above? It is time for a CryptoMate.
The CryptoMate (ACOS5-CTM) is a 2-in-1 USB token, combining seamlessly the security of a cryptographic smart card chip and the convenience of a USB connector. It is always ready to be plugged into the USB port of any workstations, either for logon window or pay online. Everything is well prepared for you. You will never get into the trouble of seeking inter-operable smart card and smart card reader!
The CryptoMate is among the securest and lightest cryptographic USB tokens in the world. The built-in ACOS5 chip (32K bytes EEPROM) complies with the most stringent international standards, like ISO 7816 -3,-4-8,-9 and possess the most reliable encrypting capabilities like DES, 3DES, AES, and RSA. Though rich in features, it is merely 10 grams in weight, which is even lighter than a coin. You can pocket and use it conveniently anywhere you like.
Moreover, the CryptoMate is specially designed for PKI-based (Public Key Infrastructure) applications. Obviously, smart card technology combines with public key security system does provide a greater level of protection against hackers than a standalone public key system. All sensitive credentials and private keys are stored inside the smart card but not the vulnerable computer. As they never leave the token, ultimate security is reached.
Middleware
If you want to use CryptoMate for applications like PKI with your own certificates, then you need an applicable middleware for the card. For MS-CAPI applications you need a cryptographic service provider (CSP), for all other applications (Mozilla, Netscape) you need a PKCS#11. ACS is offering these two types of middleware.
CryptoMate standard features:
Host Interface
USB Full Speed
No need for power supply or battery - bus powered
Cryptographic Smart Card & Crypto-processor
ACS ACOS 5
High user memory: 32K Bytes of EEPROM
Supports commands for cryptographic operations, authentication and access control
ISO Compliant ISO-7816 -4, -8, and 9
Configurable ATR
Customizable key and PIN code
Supports mutual authentication with session key generation
Cryptographic algorithm support : DES (ECB, CBC), 3DES (ECB, CBC), MAC, SHA-1, AES-128, RSA-512, 1024, and 2048
On-board RSA processor supports fast key generation, signature and encryption
Secure messaging ensures confidentiality between the token and the application
Ease of integration: can be quickly used with PKCS#11- & CSP- compliant software like Netscape, Mozilla, Internet Explorer and Outlook
Cryptographic service provider (CSP)supports Microsoft smart card enrollment for windows smart card user and smart card logon
Token form factor
Extremely light weight :10g
Pocket size: 53.5 mm x 15.7mm x 7.8mm
Keychain hole
Typical applications:
E-commerce
Network Security
Corporate Identity
File and Disk Cryptography
Physical Access Control
Microsoft Windows and Network Logon
Public Key Infrastructure based Application
PKCS#11- & CSP- compliant software applications