Rohos Logon Key for Mac 1.7: Touchatag logon

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(updated on 20 April, 09)

We would like to publish Rohos Logon Key for Mac v.1.7. beta.

What’s new:

  1. Supports Yubikey OTP validation on the Yubico’s server.
  2. Added new USB Key type: Touchatag RFID reader + tags.
  3. Fixed security bug with YubiKey static authentication, in some cases it was possible to unlock Mac by entering YubiKey ID. The bug affects only screen saver unlock window.
  4. Fixed PIN code dialog, now it can be closed by the user in case of PIN/YubiKey authentication failure.
  5. Improved PIN code function, now after 3 wrong attempts to enter PIN the USB Key will be blocked. It means it will not be possible to use it as a logon key. To unblock the USB key, open Rohos application and change PIN code (only the blocked USB Key should be connected).
  6. Improved compatibility with Mac OS X Tiger (10.4.*)

Download v.1.7 beta.

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Rohos Logon Key v.1.6 (Mac)

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We announce Rohos Logon Key v.1.6 (Mac) beta with a few improvements:

  • Fixed bug when password contains space ” “and comma “,”
  • Fixed bug with Bluetooth logon when Rohos Logon locks desktop right after USB key setup
  • Improved OFF function – when there are no USB key inserted all USB Keys will be removed from Rohos Logon
  • Added global Autostart item for Rohos Logon. Now after installation Rohos Logon icon will be active in all user accounts


Rohos Logon Key 1.5.2 for Mac

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Here are new Rohos Logon Key v1.5.2 for Mac OS X.

It includes new features in Preferences pane:

  • Allow to log in only with USB Key. If this option is ON then regular password based logon dialog box will be disabled and covered with a half-transparent Rohos Icon. To log in you need to have USB Key. No emergency logon is enabled here except safe mode boot.
  • Password protect application, if it is ON then you need to pass system authentication window (to get Admin rights) to modify settings or access Rohos main window.

Some things were improved:

– installation script and now it installing all Rohos items (logon bundle, autostart item)
– Add USB Key function now would not ask for a password so many times
– Case-sensitive file system support, thanks to users reports.

Also, now it is possible to set up USB Keys on any other Server Mac, but you will need to manually copy Rohos *.k files into /Applications/.rohos folder on client Mac. We are still working under server-based usage of Rohos.

New Rohos Logon Key for Mac OS X

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We are glad to announce new Rohos logon Key v.1.5 for Mac OS X. This version has alike Emergency Logon feature that allows to access your Mac in case USB key is lost (of cource if you know your Mac password ). This will help also if something doesn’t work in Rohos Logon.

Rohos Disk Encryption for Mac OS X

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Rohos disk under mac os xRecently we have come across wonderful application Parallels Desktop 4.0 for Mac OS X. It allows to use Windows applications under Mac seamlessly.  We tested Rohos Disk and Rohos Mini Drive under Parallels (+winxp) and figured out that we don’t need to port Rohos Disk under Mac OS X :).

It works greatly under Parallels virtual PC!

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Rohos Logon Key with YubiKey for Mac. Video.

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Rohos Logon Key becomes more and more popular among users that are concerned about Mac security. We are glad to present you another video made by one of users. This time the video shows the way Rohos Logon Key works with YubiKey for Mac lock/unlock. To learn how to set up Rohos Logon for YubiKey please, read here

Rohos Logon Key for Mac v.1.4.3

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+ Added a few actions on USB Key removal : Lock, Log Out, Sleep, Shutdown and Nothing – the most helpful for Mac Book Air
* Fixed PIN code support for Intel based Macs
* Improved UI
* Improved Installer
* “Add USb Key” dialog doesn’t show odd Apple hardware anymore (of course iPod will be shown)

For Mac Book Air Users: This version allows to use USB flash drive only for logon/unlock moments after that you can unplug it, so you don’t need to lose a USB port. This is due to ‘Nothing’ option (see screenshot).

download v.1.4.3 beta.

Notes about PIN code:
For those who are not familiar with two-factor authentication: By setting up PIN code you protect USB Key from somebody who can use it for logon into your Mac without your permission. After you plug in USB Key – Rohos Logon will always ask user to enter PIN in order to log in or unlock your Mac. To set up PIN, just click Change PIN button, after you set up your USB Key.

  • PIN code works only for USB flash drives
  • To change it – click Change PIN – and enter new PIN and Confirmation – OK
  • If you forget PIN code – use second USB Key (created before) or Safe Boot to disable Rohos Logon

To Upgrade:

It’s better to Quit current Rohos Logon , install new version over, and then open Rohos Logon and set up USB Key again.

Notes About Uninstalling / OFFing Rohos Logon:

  • To OFF or Quit Rohos Logon USB key should be connected

Rohos Logon Key for Mac v.1.4.2

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Today we are glad to present Rohos Logon Key – two-factor authentication solution for Mac.

New features:
+ Added PIN code and in the program’s main window there is “Change PIN” button
+ Added in the main window the menu “USB key removal action”
+ Added ReOpen application that opens program’s main window
* Improved unlock upon exit from hibernation

download here (beta)

Rohos Logon Key video. How to use Sony Ericsson Bluetooth watch to login into Mac OS X Leopard.

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We are glad to present you the video that was made by senad-deepdark, one of Rohos Logon Key version for Mac OS X user. “I searched the net but I didn’t find this Trick 😉 Use you Sony Ericsson Bluetooth watch to login into Mac Osx Leopard 😉 and Lock the system when you simple walk Away from you MAC 😉 This is perfect for Sys Admins and others who is dangerous to leave a logged system on 😉 ”

For more instructions and screen shots please, read here

Rohos Logon Key v.1.4 for Mac OS X

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Tesline-Service Announces Rohos Logon Key v.1.4 for Mac OS X

Chisinau, Moldova, November 04, 2008 – Tesline-Service SRL, is a small software company specializing in PC security solutions today announced that it’s Rohos Logon Key Mac OS X version – authentication solution for Mac OS® X Tiger and Mac OS® X Leopard now supports YubiKey.

The solution provides a hardware-based authentication, thus:

  • Access your Mac with YubiKey
  • The Mac is protected but you don’t need to enter your password manually each time you unlock your Mac
  • Automatically lock your Mac screen when YubiKey is unplugged
  • Unlocking your Mac with YubiKey is fully automatic and fast!

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