Software protects data communications for IBM mainframes.January 3, 2007 -
Based on SSH Secure Shell, SSH Tectia(TM) Server for IBM z/OS 5.3 supports digital certificates and 3rd party Public-Key Infrastructure, enabling users to leverage user and server certificates in all key enterprise platforms, including Windows, Unix, Linux, and IBM mainframe. Two-factor authentication tokens and smart cards can be used to authenticate mainframe users when they transfer files or use TN3270 applications from Windows workstations, eliminating security risks of memorized passwords.
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SSH Communications Security Corp
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Finland
New Version of SSH TEctia(TM) Server for IBM z/OS Delivers Central Key Management and Enhanced Security with User and Server Certificate Support
SSH Tectia Server for IBM z/OS 5.3 Adds Support for Public Key Infrastructure to Enable True Cross-Platform Certificate Usage Within and Between Windows, Unix, Linux, and IBM Mainframe Environments
HELSINKI, Finland and WELLESLEY, Mass., Dec. 18 /- SSH Communications Security , a world-leading provider of enterprise security solutions and end-to-end communications security, and the original developer of the Secure Shell protocol, today announced the availability of SSH Tectia(TM) Server for IBM z/OS 5.3 with support for digital certificates and third-party Public-Key Infrastructure (PKI) systems.
SSH Tectia Server for IBM z/OS 5.3 is the only enterprise-class Secure Shell solution with direct Multiple Virtual Storage (MVS) file system support and hardware acceleration for secure cross-platform file transfers and secure TN3270 connections. Earlier this year, the SSH Tectia Server for IBM z/OS solution received IBM ServerProven(R) certification as a result of rigorous product verification in real-life production environments. Unlike unsupported open-source tools that lack full functionality, SSH Tectia for IBM z/OS 5.3 is a robust security solution for protecting data communications to and from IBM mainframes.
With the introduction of certificate support in the new SSH Tectia Server for IBM z/OS 5.3, SSH Tectia customers can now leverage both user certificates and server certificates in all key enterprise platforms, including Windows, Unix, Linux, and IBM mainframe. The advanced certificate validation capabilities of SSH Tectia, including support for multi-level certificate chains and multiple revocation methods, ensure seamless interoperability with any X.509v3 standards-compliant PKI environment. In addition, two-factor authentication tokens and smart cards, such as Common Access Cards (CACs), can now be used to authenticate mainframe users when they transfer files or use TN3270 applications from Windows workstations, eliminating the security risks of memorized passwords. SSH Tectia Server for IBM z/OS 5.3 gives users the option to generate and store private keys on hardware, and use System Authorization Facility (SAF) for storing certificates for maximum security and flexibility.
"The administrative work associated with creating, distributing, updating, and revoking authentication keys has become a major challenge for IT departments in large organizations," said Arto Vainio, CEO of SSH Communications Security Corp. "While many large companies have already deployed digital certificates in some parts of their network, the time and effort needed to enable the use of digital certificates with applications has slowed down the broader use of the existing PKI systems. SSH Tectia, with its standards-based certificate support and flexible configuration options, enables organizations to leverage their existing PKI platforms without expensive integration when securing data communications, including mainframe connections."
About SSH Tectia
SSH Tectia is the leading end-to-end communications security solution for the enterprise. The SSH Tectia solution is based on the SSH Secure Shell and SSH's other industry-leading technologies used by millions worldwide. SSH Tectia enables secure system administration, secure file transfer and secure application connectivity with centralized management throughout the internal and external network. SSH Tectia products provide transparent, strong encryption and authentication, and are available for all key enterprise platforms including Windows, Unix, Linux, and mainframes to easily integrate into heterogeneous network environments.
About SSH Communications Security
SSH Communications Security is a world-leading provider of enterprise security solutions and end-to-end communications security, and the original developer of the Secure Shell protocol. The company's SSH Tectia solution addresses the most critical needs of large enterprises, financial institutions and government agencies. With SSH Tectia, organizations can cost-effectively secure their system administration, file transfers and application connectivity against both internal and external security risks. As the original developer of the Secure Shell protocol and other key network security technologies, SSH has for 10 years developed end-to-end communications security solutions specifically for the enterprise. Currently more than 100 of Global Fortune 500 companies are using SSH security solutions. SSH shares are quoted on the Helsinki Exchanges. For more information, please visit ssh.com.
NOTE: ssh(R) is a registered trademark of SSH Communications Security Corp in the United States and in certain other jurisdictions. Tectia is a trademark of SSH Communications Security Corp and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. All other names and marks are the property of their respective owners.
CONTACT: SSH Corp. and Europe Contact: Petri Sakkinen of SSH Corp., +358 20 500 7404, or petri@ssh.com; or Americas Regional Contact: Byron +Rashed of SSH Inc., +1 949 643 0733, or byron.rashed@ssh.com; or Asia Pacific Regional Contact: Shiho Hashimoto of SSH Corp., +358 20 500 7470, or shiho@ssh.com
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