a very small SIM
card, also known as a “micro-SIM”, for use in small mobile devices.
3G (Third Generation)
the broadband telecommunications systems that combine
high-speed voice, data and multimedia.
3GPP(3G Partnership Project):
a group that aims to produce specifications for a 3G
system based on GSM networks.
4G
the 4th generation of wireless standards offering a comprehensive, secure
all-IP based mobile broadband solution to smartphones, laptop computer wireless
modems and other mobile devices.
B
Bot (Internet bot)
A type of computer program designed to do automated tasks.
C
CAC
Common Access Card: a US Department of Defense smart card issued as standard
physical and network identification for military and other personnel
CDMA (code Division Multiple Access)
Ca wireless communications technology that
uses the spread spectrum communication to provide increased bandwidth.
Contactless
A card that communicates by means of a radio frequency signal, eliminating
the need for physical contact between the card and a reader.
More info...
D
DDA (Dynamic Data Authentication)
a highly secure authentication technology that
allows banks to approve transactions more securely at the terminal.
DI (Dual Interface)
a device that is both contact and contactless.
DIAGMONMO
Diagnostic and Monitoring Management objects. The Diagnostics
and Monitoring (DiagMon) functions perform various Diagnostics and Monitoring
activities on mobile phones.
DIAGMONMO defines as well a way to perform network monitoring (GSM, UMTS or LTE)
byautomatically getting network status from the handset. Related offer:Device Management Solutions
Digital signature
An electronic signature created using a public-key algorithm that can be
used by the recipient to authenticate the identity of the sender.
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DM
Device Management: Management of mobile phone configuration, updates and other managed objects of mobile devices over the entire life-cycle as defined by
OMA DM. DM is also used generically to describe all
methods and activities associated with mobile device management. Related offer:Device Management Solutions
DNS Cache poisoning
A technique that tricks a Domain Name Server (DNS server) into believing it
has received authentic information when in reality it has not.
Dongle
any small piece of hardware that plugs into a computer.
DOVID
Diffractive Optical Variable Image Device: a hologram, kinegram or other
image used in secure printing of cards, documents etc.
DVB-H
Digital Video Broadcasting-Handheld: a technical specification for bringing
broadcast services to handheld receivers.
E
EAC (Extended Access Control)
a mechanism enhancing the security of ePassports whereby only authorized inspection systems can read biometric data.
Edge
a pre-3G digital mobile phone technology allowing improved data transmission rates.
EMV
The industry standard for international debit/credit cards established
by Europay, MasterCard and Visa.
More info...
e-passport
An “electronic” passport with high security printing, an inlay including an
antenna and a microprocessor, and other security features (Go to our
e-passport section).
e-purse
A small portable device that contains “electronic money” and is generally
used for low-value transactions.
e-ticketing
Electronic systems for issuing, checking and paying for tickets
predominantly for public transport. (Go our
Transport section)
Ethernet
A diverse family of computer networking technologies for local area networks
(LANs).
ETSI
European Telecommunications Standards Institute: the EU organization in
charge of defining European telecommunications standards.
F
FIPS 201 (Federal Information Processing Standard)
a US federal government
standard that specifies Personal Identity Verification requirements for
employees and contractors.
FOMA (Freedom of Mobile Multimedia Access)
the brand name for world's first
W-CDMA 3G services offered by NTT DoCoMo, the Japanese operator.
Firmware Update Management Object, is an Open Mobile Alliance
specification for updating the firmware of mobile devices over the air.
FUMO allows mobile operators to update mobile devices across network
infrastructure without requiring consumers or network engineers to initiate
upgrades through direct contact.
It enables operators and device manufacturers to perform updates
over-the-air ranging from the simple ones (e.g.:security patch) to the most
complex (e.g.: important parts of the operating system). Related offer:Device Management Solutions
G
GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications)
a European standard for digital
cellphones that has now been widely adopted throughout the world.
GSMA (GSM Association)
the global association for mobile phone operators
H
HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act: the US act that
protects health insurance coverage for workers and their families when they
change or lose their jobs
orders all US federal
agencies to issue “secure and reliable forms of identification” to employees
and contractors, with a recommendation in favor of smart card technology.
I
ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization)
a UN agency that defines
standards and practices for air navigation, prevention of unlawful
interference, and facilitation of border-crossing procedures for
international civil aviation.
IP (Internet Protocol)
a data-oriented protocol for communicating data
across a network; hence an “IP address” is a unique computer address using
the IP standard.
ISO
International Organization for Standardization: an international body
that produces the worldwide industrial and commercial “ISO” standards.
J
Java
A network-oriented programming language invented by Sun Microsystems and
specifically designed so that programs could be safely downloaded to remote
devices
K
Key (keystroke )logging
A means of capturing a user’s keystrokes on a computer keyboard,
sometimes for malicious purposes.
L
L6S (Lean Six Sigma):
a methodology for eliminating defects and improving processes.
LAWMO
Lock And Wipe Management Object. It is an Open Mobile Alliance specification
for locking handsets in case they are lost or stolen or for wiping the handsets’
memory. The handset wipe removes all personal data stored either on the handset
memory or on the inserted memory card. As a result, the handset is then totally
blank, without any chance to retrieve the data. Related offer:Device Management Solutions
LTE ((Long Term Evolution)
the standard in advanced mobile network technology, often referred to as 4G.
M
M2M (Machine-to-Machine)
technology enabling communication between machines for applications such
as smart meters, mobile health solutions, etc.
Malware
Malicious software designed to infiltrate or damage a computer system
without the owner's consent.
Man-in-the-middle attack
An attack in which an outsider is able to read, insert and modify
messages between two parties without either of them knowing.
MFS (Mobile Financial Services)
banking services such as transfer and payment available via a mobile
device.
Microprocessor (smart) card
A card comprising a module embedded with a microprocessor chip: a
“computer” with its own processor, memory, operating system and application
software.
MIM (Machine Identification Module)
the equivalent of a SIM with specific features such that it can be used
in machines to enable authentication.
MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service)
a standard way of sending messages that include multimedia content (e.g.
photographs) to and from mobile phones.
MNO (Mobile Network Operator)
a company that provides services for mobile phone subscribers.
Module
the unit formed of a chip and a contact plate.
N
NFC (Near-Field Communication):
a wireless technology that enables communication over short distances
(e.g. 4cm), typically between a mobile device
and a reader.
O
OATH (The Initiative for Open Authentication)
an industry coalition comprising
Gemalto, Citrix, IBM, Verisign and others, that is creating open standards
for strong authentication.
OMA (Open Mobile Alliance)
a body that develops open standards for the mobile
phone industry.
OMA-CP
Open Mobile Alliance – Client Provisioning. Standardized protocol to configure basic settings
on a mobile phone, using SMS bearer. Related offer:Device Management Solutions
Open Mobile Alliance – Device Management. Standardized protocol to
configure advanced services on mobile phones, using IP bearer. Related offer:Device Management Solutions
OS (Operating System)
software that runs on computers and other smart devices and that
manages the way they function.
OTA (Over The Air)
a method of distributing new software updates to
cellphones which are already in use.
OTP (One Time Password)
a password that is valid for only one login session or transaction.More info...
P
Password cracking
The process of recovering secret passwords from data in a computer
system.
PDA (Personal Digital Assistant)
a mobile device that functions as a personal information manager, often
with the ability to connect to the internet.
PDC Personal Digital Cellular
A2G mobile phone standard used in Japan and South Korea.
Phishing
Sending fraudulent emails requesting someone’s personal and financial
details.
PIN (A Personal Identification Number)
a secret code required to confirm a
user’s identity.
PKI (Public Key Infrastructure)
The software and/or hardware components
necessary to enable the effective use of public key encryption technology.
Public Key is a system that uses two different keys (public and private) for
encrypting and signing data.
R
RUIM (Public Key Infrastructure)
xan identity module for standards other
than GSM.
S
SCOMO
Software Component Management Object. It is an Open Mobile Alliance
specification that allows a management authority to perform software
management on a remote device, including installation, uninstallation,
activation and deactivation of software components. Related offer:Device Management Solutions
SIM (Subscriber Identity Module)
a smart card for GSM systems.
SMS (Short Message Service)
a GSM service that sends and receives messages to
and from a mobile phone.
Strong authentication
It refers to any authentication protocol that requires multiple factors
to establish identity and privileges. This contrasts with traditional
password authentication which requires only one authentication factor such
as knowledge of a password. Common implementations of strong authentication
use 'something you know' (a password) as one of the factors, and ‘something
you have' (a physical device) and/or 'something you are' (a biometric such
as a fingerprint) as the other factors.
More info...
T
Thin client
A computer (client) that depends primarily on a central server for
processing activities. In contrast, a thick or fat client does as much
processing as possible.
Trojan
A program that contains or installs a malicious program.
TSM (Trusted Services Manager)
A third-party enabling mobile operators, mass transit operators, banks
and businesses to offer combined services seamlessly and securely.
U
UICC (Universal Integrated Circuit Card)
a high-capacity smart card used in mobile terminals for GSM and UMTS/3G
networks.
UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System):
one of the 3G mobile telecommunications technologies which is also being
developed into a 4G technology.
USB (Universal Serial Bus):
A standard input/output bus that supports very high transmission rates.
USIM (Universal Subscriber Identity Module)
ensures continuity when migrating to 3G services.
V
VPN (Virtual Private Network):
A private network often used within a company or group of companies to
communicate confidentially over a public network.
More info...
W
W-CDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple
Access):
A 3G technology for wireless systems based on CDMA technology.
