Certificate-based smart cards have been one of the most trusted and proven implementations of multi-factor authentication for over 20 years. There’s only one problem… the typical credit card-shaped smart card didn’t work well, if at all, on mobile devices without additional hardware and software. Today, smart cards come in many form factors, from a credit […]
Read moreYubico works with a lot of federal agencies and contractors, as well as with customers in regulated industries, so we understand the challenges new compliance regulations can bring. The executive order that was released May 12 can be seen as the federal government fully embracing the move toward multi-factor authentication (MFA) for use cases where […]
Read moreToday, we’re thrilled to announce yet another product milestone in addition to the launch of YubiHSM 2 FIPS — the long-awaited YubiKey 5 FIPS Series is now generally available. It is the industry’s first set of multi-protocol security keys with support for FIDO2 and WebAuthn, along with smart card (PIV/CAC), to receive FIPS 140-2 validation, Overall […]
Read moreFIPS 140-2 Validation Ensures Strong Security and Compliance.
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Read moreFIPS 140-2 validated security keys Meets stringent compliance requirements for highly security-conscious organizations Superior authentication FIPS 140-2 validated (Overall Level 1 and Level 2, Physical Security Level 3) Meets the highest authenticator assurance level 3 (AAL3) of NIST SP800-63B guidance. Easy, fast, reliable Hardware authenticator, offering one-touch strong authentication. Does not require a battery or […]
Read moreWhat does it mean to be FIPS 140-2 Certified/Validated? To be FIPS 140-2 certified or validated, the software (and hardware) must be independently validated by one of 13 NIST specified laboratories, this process can take weeks. The FIPS 140-2 validation process examines the cryptographic modules. Level 1 examines the algorithms used in the cryptographic component […]
Read moreHear best practices from government and security executives on how to get started with phishing-resistant MFA for federal use cases where PIV and CAC are not suitable.
Read moreModern strong authenticationfor governments and highly security-conscious organizations The YubiKey 5 FIPS Series provides FIPS 140-2 validated strong phishing-resistant two-factor, multi-factor, and passwordless authentication at scale, helping government agencies and highly regulated enterprises drive compliance to global and local industry regulations. Securing Your Critical Assets in an Ever-Changing Regulatory Environment Learn about Security, Compliance, and […]
Read moreEasy-to-use, strong authentication All-in-one configurable security key With a simple touch, the multi-protocol YubiKey protects access to computers, networks, and online services. Easier and safer than authenticator apps No more reaching for your smartphone, or re-typing passcodes. Just plug in your YubiKey, tap, and it does the rest for you. Works with hundreds of services […]
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