(Soon) Introducing file encryption in new Rohos Disk

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We are working to add file encryption feature to Rohos Mini Drive and Rohos Disk Encryption products. This will allow to encrypt separate folders and files stored on a computer. It is designed specially for those who really concerned about data security of confidential information stored in Google Drive or Dropbox. Since both file data and file name are stored on a computer in encrypted form, the application like Google Drive will upload already encrypted content into cloud storage.

 

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Combining multiple 2FA methods in new Rohos Logon Key

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We are working towards to add new authentication experience for Windows login and now Rohos Logon Key v.3.8 allows to use any supported 2FA authentication device in combination with One Time Password authentication method (Google Authenticator). This will help to apply strong two-factor authentication with local or remote access. With this features we will start to introduce rule-based multi-factor authentication decision framework into Rohos Logon Key.

Whats new in new Rohos Logon Key v.3.8 in brief:

  • Allows to combine 2FA methods: physical access Key with One Time Password codes;
  • Redesigned “Setup authentication key” dialog box;
  • Redesigned “Options” dialog box;
  • One Time Password entry field on a logon screen;
  • (In progress) Allows to combine any types of 2FA methods for Windows login; This option allow to introduce new 2FA method in parallel with already used one. For example you are using OTP 2FA technology now and you will be able to add new users with U2F authentication keys while keeping existing OTP users untouched.

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Windows login with U2F FIDO security key

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Now you can use popular U2F FIDO security keys for Windows logon. Both multi-factor and single-factor authentication use cases are supported as well. It means you can use your U2F key as a password replacement or you can setup true multi-factor authentication to unlock your dektop: U2F Key + your Windows password.

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Two-factor authentication by OTP for TSPlus remote desktop access

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We have tried out Terminal Services Plus (TSPlus) solution for Remote Desktop access for Windows 7/8/10 with Rohos Logon Key installed. Both TSPlus web based access and MS Remote Desktop Connection application uses target Windows authentication system. This is the point where Rohos Logon Key applies 2-factor authentication control. The following screenshot demonstrates 2FA requirement upon successful password based remote access with  TSPlus web :

Learn more about Rohos Logon Key benefits with TSPlus remote desktop solution.

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macOS High Sierra support in Rohos Logon Key

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We have updated Rohos Logon Key for Mac to support macOS 10.13 High Sierra. Also we would like to announce soon support for U2F security keys for Mac login.

What’s new:

  • Added support for macOS 10.13 High Sierra
  • Fixed Rohos Logon Key.app sub folders permissions conflict.

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FIDO U2F security keys’ review: authentication, digital signature or blockchain?

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Research on Security Keys

While integrating FIDO U2F key as a new authentication method to Rohos Logon Key, we have reviewed it’s features. In this article we outline the origin and history of U2F, how it works on low level, the list of capabilities and possible applications that beside authentication includes also document signature, crypto-currency, blockchain and change management.

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U2F and Google Authenticator support for Windows Active Directory 2-factor authentication

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Rohos Logon Key v.3.6 now allows to use T-OTP OATH codes produced by Google Authenticator for example, for Windows AD network multi-factor authentication: user account password + OTP code. OTP codes verification performed by Domain Controllers. Offline workstations are also supported. Also we are working to add FIDO U2F devices support.

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Multi-factor authentication with RFID cards HidProx, Indalla, HiTag and Emarine in Rohos Logon Key 3.5

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Rohos Logon Key v3.5 announce now support of RFIDeas pcProx reader and KCY-125 RFID reader. This allows to implement multi-factor authentication by using a variety of RFID cards, tags, bracelets and employee ID badges of Emarine, Indala, HIDProx and other standards in Active Directory and standalone Windows workstations as well. Rohos Logon Key replaces weak password based login with a physical key and PIN code or physical key and Windows password. This improves organization security controls and brings regulatory compliance such as HIPAA, HITECH, PCI DSS, FFIEC and others.

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Two-factor authentication in TeamViewer through Google Authenticator

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tv_GA_r1TeamViewer, one of the most popular remote access programs, does not offer a built-in system for two-factor authentication. When TeamViewer is launched, it generates a short password and receives from the server a short number for full access to the current computer. How dangerous is this? Is there a possibility that someone could connect to a corporate computer again when no one is present?

Rohos Logon Key offers a way to protect TeamViewer sessions using an additional one-time password, thereby implementing two-factor authentication with a TeamViewer password as well as a one-time Google Authenticator password.

Advantages of protecting your system with two-factor authentication:

  • Uses a one-time password that can only be used once;
  • An unused one-time password will expire and become invalid after 5 minutes;
  • No need to provide the remote party your Windows user account password;
  • When a new TeamViewer session is started, Rohos Logon Key automatically locks the desktop to ask for two-factor authentication (experimental feature of the beta version);
  • Two-factor authentication can be used only for TeamViewer sessions (experimental)
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Registering multiple 2FA users with Google Authenticator configuration delivered by Email

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Rohos Management Tools provides a secure way to setup multiple users or authentication devices. Now it is easy to setup a list users with Google Authenticator 2FA. It is also possible to automatically send an email message to each user that includes Google Authentication setup instructions. The most secure way is to use corporate email.

New ways to register multiple user or 2FA tokens: by using CSV file or PowerShell script.

 

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