Press Release

Multi-Party Authorization Offers Proactive Protection for Networks, Data Centers, Patient Records and SCADA Systems

System Enables Use of a Second (or Even Third) Confirmation from Network or Control System Administrators before Potentially Incorrect or Malicious Actions Can Take Place  

RICHMOND, VA - August 14, 2009    Until recently, network or control system security measures were based on reactive or forensic methods that could only be used after a security breach had already occurred, or on limiting techniques that sought to reduce system access. Engedi’s Key2 Control implements multi-party authorization to provide true pro-active protection from the undesirable act. It is one of the first technologies to give system and record administrators the power to practice pro-active security.  

Key2 Control enables multi-party authorization (review from another trusted party) before a potentially incorrect or malicious action can take place, whether flipping a switch, resetting system passwords or accessing a private electronic record. Use of Key2 Control protects against the undesirable act of an insider. 

When an authenticated and authorized individual requests to perform a function that is governed by Key2 Control multi-party authorization, the client sends a request to the 2Key Server to bring in a second set of eyes to review the desired action before it takes place.  

The 2^nd  party authorizer receives the information about the action the first person wants to perform.   The request includes the identity of the individual wanting to perform the function, the function they want to perform, parameter information, and other information. The authorizer can then approve, disapprove or request a conference with the person. “Conference” will either send contact information or attempt to open communications with the person attempting to perform the function. 

The 2^nd  party authorizers are connected to the system and can respond through workstations, PDAs, cell phones, and other specified devices. 

“Protecting systems and records from the undesirable action of an insider is a need felt by many administrators tasked with security,” said Engedi co-founder and CEO Craig Palmore. “Key2 Control technology delivers an important pro-active protective capability to keep systems and records safe from the malicious acts of insiders.” 

The technology has direct applications for sensitive medical record access, industrial process control, utility operations such as wastewater treatment plants, SCADA systems, and other data center niches with multiple administrators who access and control sensitive information or activity. 

Managing patient data for the healthcare industry is an important application for Key2 Control technology. With such sensitive data, electronic medical records must have strict access control policies. Key2 Control gives patients and medical personnel the power to control who can and cannot access sensitive patient data. 

To learn more about protecting networks from malicious or inexperienced insiders, please visit www.engedi.net .  

About Engedi 

Based in Virginia, Engedi delivers patented and patent-pending security solutions for network infrastructure management, SCADA systems, sensor and surveillance networks, and network appliances and devices. The company's Key2 Technology™ brand encompasses Key2 Secure Remote Management (SRM)™ and Key2 Control (K2t)™ multi-party authorization solutions. 

For more information, please visit: www.engedi.net .   

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