Securing Cloud Computing: Gemalto Protects Amazon Web

Services Access with Ezio Multi-Factor Authentication Device

 

Announced on September 10 2009, Ezio device is ready for use with Amazon Web Services (AWS) new Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) feature. The Ezio Time Token provides AWS users with a convenient and secure way to access their account.

The Gemalto Ezio Time Token is a small, lightweight, long lasting device that provides a unique six digit One-Time-Password (OTP). The user simply presses a button on the device and the OTP is displayed. The generated password is only good for one access attempt within a short time interval.

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Announced on September 7 2009, InterSwitch is deploying its complete Ezio strong authentication solution to secure their e-payment services in Nigeria. InterSwitch is a leading provider of secure electronic payment solutions in Nigeria and comprises 25 member banks. Gemalto supplied its Ezio Strong Authentication Server and acted as server intergration partner. The company also delivers EMV card readers and unconnected tokens, all customized with InterSwitch's visual corporate identity. With Gemalto's scalable solution, InterSwitch enables banking customers to perform secure e-transactions either using their EMV card and reader or a token.

 

Ezio enables InterSwitch member banks to enhance security for e-commerce by replacing static passwords with strong authentication. Users can pay their bills and taxes or buy airline tickets in a more secure and convenient manner, by authenticating themselves with a One-Time-Password using the device. They can also access online banking services, such as fund transfer, with increased security. More