Today, I’m thrilled to unveil the iShield Key MIFARE, a groundbreaking FIDO Security Key that offers unparalleled security and convenience. In this article, I’ll discuss its key benefits and why it’s a superior choice compared to other FIDO Security Keys on the market.
From pure User Authentication to Smart Access Control
What does this mean? In simple terms, FIDO Security Keys has focused on securing user logins for online services like Google using these devices as additional factor in MFA scenarios. However, the iShield Key MIFARE is the first Security Key in the market which ultimately expands the range of possible applications and allows any kind of Smart Access Control transaction for companies and users.
What Sets the iShield Key MIFARE Apart?
The new iShield Key MIFARE is the first FIDO Security Key to combine the benefits of FIDO and MIFARE. MIFARE is worldwide the leading technology for a wide range of applications, from car rental, micropayment and mobile ticketing to fuel cards or access control and time recording systems. MIFARE DESFire EV3 is the latest major expansion stage and offers a greater reading range of the token as well as a higher transaction speed.
iShield Key MIFARE: Existing Capabilities and Potential Use Cases
It’s a small step for the tech world but a giant leap for companies and users who prioritize secure hardware-based authentication. The iShield Key MIFARE already enables:
- Secure access to online services and system login
- Document encryption and code signing
Additionally, it opens up more advanced applications for companies and institutions such as:
- Physical access to buildings and rooms
- Authorization at printers, wallbox stations, vending machines
- Micropayments
- Loyalty programs
- Campus and student ID cards
- Advanced public transportation systems
The extensive capabilities of MIFARE DESFire EV3 technology make the iShield Key MIFARE a versatile solution for various industries, meeting diverse needs. By consolidating multiple functionalities into a single device, it helps enhance security, streamline business processes, reduce costs, integrates seamlessly, and makes it very convenient to use.
Complying with IT Security Standards
In addition to the functionalities resulting from the combination with MIFARE DESFire EV3, the iShield Key is still a usual FIDO Security Key. This means that it offers the highest level of security with hardware-based authentication for the digital identities of its users (online services, company networks, websites, but also physical access control). It thus protects users against phishing, social engineering and account takeovers to the utmost.
The iShield Key MIFARE meets the latest IT security standards while catering to the practical needs of modern businesses. It supports secure logins to operating systems, websites, and online services via FIDO2 and FIDO U2F, allows for the generation of one-time passwords through HOTP and TOTP, and can store up to 300 passkeys for passwordless website logins. These features make it the ideal tool for today’s IT security requirements.
Overall, the iShield Key series supports regulations such as the NIS2 directive in Europe and OMB M-22-09 Zero Trust architecture which is mandatory for US agencies.
A Leading Security Key Worldwide
The iShield Key MIFARE is currently the most value-generating Security Key globally for companies and institutions, given its broader range of applications compared to usual FIDO Security Keys. We are proud to demonstrate our leadership in technology by developing innovative products that offer our customers the best possible user experience.
iShield Key MIFARE is available in two versions: a Pro version that supports FIDO2 along with additional security protocols such as PIV, HOTP, and TOTP, and a FIDO2 version that focuses on FIDO2/WebAuthn and its predecessor, U2F.oth versions will be offered with a USB-A interface and are available through Swissbit’s distribution partners.
Are you curious? Convince yourself of the iShield Key and get in touch with us.
Disclaimer: This article is sourced from the official Swissbit website. As official partners of Swissbit, we have obtained permission to utilize both articles & resources for further updates with regards to Swissbit’s products.
