Product category: Microprocessors, Microcontrollers and DSPs
News Release from: Discretix Technologies | Subject: CryptoCell
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 28 January 2004
Coprocessor takes multilayer
approach to security
CryptoCell encapsulates a comprehensive vision of security in the mobile environment through a multilayered approach, with each layer forming a critical part of a fully integrated security solution
CryptoCell includes a coprocessor intellectual property core, security infrastructure software, device applications and device agents designed specifically for the embedded environment. Discretix' software solutions can be customised according to customers' needs and include among others, digital rights management agents, over the air device management clients, VPN clients, device antitheft solutions (secure SIM and IMEI blocking) and secure storage.
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 28 January 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Ericsson boosts handset security
Ericsson Mobile Platforms has entered into a licensing agreement with Discretix for latest release of its CryptoCell security product
Coprocessor passes cryptanalysis test
Discretix' products have successfully passed exhaustive cryptanalysis by T-Systems, a world leading cryptanalysis lab
To obtain optimal security, applications are built over the Discretix' comprehensive security-infrastructure layer.
This layer includes PKCS#11, WTLS, SSL, WIM token, certificate handling and industry standard APIs.
The multilayered approach offered by CryptoCell enables manufacturers to rapidly integrate the security demanded by network operators for the latest mobile applications.
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SanDisk sees the merit of embedded security
SanDisk, the world's leading memory card vendor, has licensed CryptoFlash, Discretix's recently released embedded security solution for Flash memory
Embedded security for Flash-based storage devices
CryptoFlash is a robust, high-performance security solution for embedded storage, removable storage cards of all formats and USB Flash drives (UFDs)
This is achieved with minimal impact on bills of material and without degrading handset responsiveness, a key factor in user satisfaction.
For carriers, CryptoCell ensures network and m-commerce integrity through user authentication, provides protection for content through DRM and enables sophisticated options for disabling handsets after loss or theft.
Users of handsets enabled by CryptoCell will benefit from faster response when using applications which depend on encryption.
They will also gain access to a wider range of applications as providers are able to rely on secure authentication.
In the future, it is likely that secure handsets will provide the authentication for a growing range of consumer transactions.
CryptoCell already includes support for this type of application.
"With this new version of CryptoCell, we continue to fulfil our vision of bringing to market comprehensive security solutions with an unmatched level of security and performance.
CryptoCell addresses our customer' current and future needs while conforming to the requirements of the wireless security industry", said Edo Ganot, Discretix' VP Marketing and Business Development.
"Our solutions enable operators to deploy value added services for end users and enterprises, ensuring the highest levels of security with a user experience that is enhanced by increased trust and the transparency of the security layers".
CryptoCell has passed extensive cryptanalysis and is designed to meet the most stringent security requirements and standards such as Common Criteria.
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