Kingston Digital DataTraveler 5000 Certified for DAR List

DoD Ban on Flash Media Modified; DataTraveler 5000 at the Ready to Secure ‘Data-At-Rest’ for Government Agencies

Kingston  announced its DataTraveler 5000 USB Flash drive has been approved for inclusion on the U.S. government’s Data-At-Rest (DAR) list. The certification and the modification of the ban on portable Flash media by the U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM) allows the FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified DataTraveler 5000 to be used by government entities. Kingston’s DataTraveler 5000 is available exclusively to federal and civilian agencies via its DAR (Data-At-Rest) ESI/BPA (Enterprise Software Initiative/Blanket Purchase Agreement) reseller, Autonomic Resources.

“With STRATCOM’s recent modification of its ban on portable storage devices, federal agencies are more cautious than ever in looking for top-notch products that deliver the highest level of security,” said John Keese, president of Autonomic Resources. “The Kingston Secured by SPYRUS devices offer the best in both memory and encryption to provide the most secure USB Flash technology for federal agencies. As a DAR contract holder, Autonomic is pleased to partner with Kingston to make the devices readily available to federal agencies to support their secure storage needs.”

The DataTraveler 5000 utilizes patented Secured by SPYRUS(TM) technology which supports hardware-based 256-bit XTS-AES data encryption and Suite B elliptic curve cryptography. The National Security Agency (NSA) Suite B algorithms were specifically selected and approved by the U.S. government and the Department of Defense (DoD) for use in multinational data sharing environments including both classified and unclassified applications. XTS-AES is a block cipher encryption mode that is much stronger than the more common CBC and ECB cipher modes used to secure data on other USB Flash drives. The DataTraveler 5000 uses patented technologies for key management and key encryption operations to shield cryptographic processing from electronic eavesdropping. Read the rest of this entry »


IronKey Exceeds Stringent DoD Requirements for Encryption, Malware Protection and Secure Supply Chain

In direct response to the lifting of the 15-month ban on flash drives by the Department of Defense (DoD), IronKey announced that it has been designated as one of the approved devices for use by Department of Defense personnel.

As one of the only Data At Rest (DAR) USB flash drive vendors, IronKey exceeds the stringent DoD requirements for USB flash media including:

– Onboard anti-virus scanning and active malware defenses
– User initiated read-only mode
– Password-protected access control
– AES 256-bit hardware encryption in CBC mode
– FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validation
– Support for McAfee Device Control Module (DCM)
– Support for CAC/PIV authentication
– Support for the Tresys File Sanitization Tool (FiST)

“Once again, we are empowered with more mobility and efficiency without compromising on security, now that premier portable devices have been approved for use within the agency,” said Craig P. Abod, president of Carahsoft. “Due to the highly sensitive nature of the information we work with, we must strictly enforce security policies to ensure that this data does not fall into the wrong hands, and is not compromised in any way. The combination of the security features, along with the remote tracking capabilities make IronKey a convenient and secure solution that allows us to enforce security policies across these devices from a centralized administrative console.”

From its inception, IronKey has worked closely with the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science & Technology Directorate to develop next-generation crimeware defense technologies. IronKey is a trusted vendor for a number of federal agencies, including FEMA, NATO and the DHS. IronKey is committed to a secure supply chain, and all IronKey devices are designed and manufactured in secure facilities in the United States.

“As a security company at the core, we continuously strive to deliver the most secure mobile data solutions to our customers in the federal market,” said David Jevans, CEO at IronKey. “We have taken extensive measures to distinguish our secure drives from conventional portable storage devices, and this DoD approval is a strong validation of our efforts. We are committed to enabling flexibility and mobility, while ensuring that confidential information remains secure, and that government networks are protected.”

Unlike conventional USB flash drives and memory sticks, IronKey government-approved devices provide intelligent secure storage with military-grade hardware encryption, strong, two-factor authentication and on-board security features. IronKey integrates best-of-breed anti-malware scanning technology to prevent malware from infecting IronKey secure storage devices, and then spreading onto networks. IronKey includes the ability to disable the AutoRun capabilities of Microsoft Windows, which can be exploited to infect computers when a compromised USB drive is plugged in.

IronKey devices support one-time password technology including RSA SecurID®, allowing IronKey to be used as a two-factor token, and eliminating the need for federal workers to carry multiple devices. IronKey USB drives can be centrally managed remotely, allowing administrators to track device use, provide automated security and anti-malware updates, and even remotely disable devices in case of loss. With IronKey, organizations can create a trusted access network, with restrictions in place that prevent the drives from mounting on untrusted host systems. IronKey devices have been validated to meet the rigorous government security requirements of FIPS 140-2 Level 3, ensuring that its housing is both tamper-proof and tamper-evident.

Find out why FEMA, the Department of Homeland Security, NATO and other organizations trust IronKey USB flash drives to protect mobile data. For more information on the world’s most secure flash drive or to register for a webcast being held on March 17, 2010 at 2pm EST, visit IronKey at http://www.ironkey.com/dod-ban-lifted.


DataTraveler 310 Makes Even the Largest Files Easily Portable

Kingston Digital, Inc. announced the release of DataTraveler® 310, the first 256GB USB Flash drive in the United States. The DataTraveler 310 replaces the 256GB DataTraveler 300, released in July 2009 to the Asia/Pacific and Europe, Middle East and Africa regions.

“We saw an opportunity to push the capacity envelope for USB Flash drives in the marketplace. Customer feedback and our research determined that this is a great solution for designers, engineers and architects who have a need to easily store and transport large data files,” said Andrew Ewing, USB business manager, Kingston®. “For the enthusiast who wants easy access to their full media library, the DataTraveler 310 can store up to 365 CDs, 54 DVDs or 51,000 images*. This device makes an entire collection of data easily portable.”

The DataTraveler 310 features Password Traveler software, which allows the user to create and access a password-protected privacy zone. The secure area of the drive can account for up to 90 percent of the drive’s capacity and does not require administrator rights.

The DataTraveler 310 has a protective cap that snaps onto the back for the drive for convenient storage when not in use. This drive is available only in 256GB and is backed by a five-year warranty and 24/7 tech support.


DataTraveler 5000 Certified for Government-Approved Secure Data Protection

Kingston Digital announced the release of the DataTraveler® 5000 USB Flash drive. The DataTraveler 5000 is FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified with Level 3 pending, and features 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption. It uses XTS cipher mode and also uses elliptic curve cryptography (ECC) algorithms to meet Suite B standards approved by the U.S. government.

“The DataTraveler 5000 delivers unsurpassed levels of security and encryption to government and enterprise customers,” said Mark Akoubian, business manager, Secure USB Products, Kingston®. “This portable data solution represents state-of-the-art data protection while providing end users with the simplicity of plug and play.”

The DataTraveler 5000 utilizes patented Secured by SPYRUS(TM) technology which supports hardware-based 256-bit XTS-AES and Suite B cryptography, including ECC. Suite B algorithms were specifically selected and approved by the U.S. government and the Department of Defense for use in multinational data sharing environments including both classified and unclassified applications. XTS-AES mode is a cipher mode for encryption that is much stronger than CBC, ECB and other modes. SPYRUS, Inc., is the leader in the development of advanced hardware-based encryption, authentication and digital content security products.

FIPS 140-2 certification requires a validation process that meets federal requirements set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This is critical because many governmental agencies in the United States mandate that sensitive “data at rest” (i.e., all information not in the network) must be encrypted with the FIPS 140-2 standard. Level 2 means the DataTraveler 5000 has a tamper-evident construction which acts to notify any users if their drive has been tampered with. It also has a power-on self test that verifies the encryption mechanism is running properly each time the drive is plugged into a USB port. The drive is expected to receive a FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certificate soon.

The DataTraveler 5000 is available in 2-, 4-, 8- and 16GB capacities. It will also be available with an onboard Malware scanning application via Kingston’s extensive customization program. For its U.S. government customers, Kingston offers a variety of Trade Agreement Act-compliant (TAA) products and has a dedicated federal sales team in place.

DataTraveler 5000 Features and Specifications:
– Dimensions: 3.06″ x 0.9″ x 0.47″ (77.9mm x 22mm x 12.05mm)
– Capacities(1): 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB
– Compatibility: designed to USB 2.0 specifications
– Operating Temperature: 32 degrees F to 140 degrees F (0 degrees C to 60 degrees C)
– Storage Temperature: -4 degrees F to 185 degrees F (-20 degrees to 85 degrees C)
– Minimum System Requirements(2):
– USB 2.0 compliant and 1.1 compatible
– Two (2) free consecutive drive letters required for use
– FIPS 140-2 Level 2 Certified
– Secure: drive locks down after 10 intrusion attempts and encryption key is destroyed
– Enforced complex pass protection: password is user set with minimum characteristics to prevent unauthorized access
– Passwords never stored on device
– Hardware designed and assembled in the U.S.
– SPYRUS Suite B on Board(TM)
– Elliptic curve cryptography
– Secure channel communication
– Digitally signed firmware updates using Suite B SHA-384 and ECDSA P-384
– DT5000 can operate with AutoRun disabled
– Enforces tamper-free AutoRun files
– Fully customizable Malware scanning option(3)
– Cryptography: Made in the U.S.
– Full Privacy: 100 percent of stored data is protected by 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) hardware-based encryption – master key recreated at logon
– Customizable(3): preload content, full security policy customization, casing options
– Tamper evident: tamper-evident coating/seal for physical security
– Waterproof(4): protected against water damage
– Guaranteed: five-year warranty with 24/7 customer support
– Ruggedized: waterproof and titanium-coated stainless steel casing

(1) Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. For more information, please consult Kingston’s Flash Memory Guide at Kingston.com/Flash_Memory_Guide.
(2) First free drive letters after physical devices such as system partition, optical drives, etc.
(3) Available via customization program.
(4) Up to 4 ft.
(5) Does not support ReadyBoost(TM).

Source: Kingston Digital, Inc.


‘PC on a Stick’ Secures Desktop and Data for Telecommuters, On-the-Go Workforce

Today’s mobile workforce can now trade in their laptop for a flash drive, thanks to an innovative new mobile computing technology from Lockheed Martin and IronKey. The new IronClad(TM) USB drive shrinks a laptop’s hard drive — including the entire operating system, software applications, and files — onto a secure flash drive.

The result is a totally secure “PC on a stick.” Users on-the-go can plug the flash drive into just about any computer or laptop in the world, and have instant, secure access to their own personal desktop and files. The IronClad technology runs the operating system directly off of the flash drive, meaning the user’s files never touch the hard drive of the borrowed computer, and the device leaves no trace that it was ever there. Each IronClad device is fully encrypted and delivers hardware-level protection against today’s most insidious malware threats, including nearly undetectable rootkits.

“Imagine leaving the office at the end of the day and, instead of slinging a laptop bag on your shoulder, you tuck a flash drive the size of a stick of gum in your pocket,” said Charles Croom, Lockheed Martin’s Vice President of Cyber Security Solutions. “With IronClad drives, employees who need to work at home or on travel, or field operatives who deploy around the country or around the globe, can carry not just their files but their entire computer on a three-inch USB drive. We’ve built a smart network around each drive, so IT managers have round-the-clock control of and visibility into the status and security of every device.”

Steve Ryan, senior vice president at IronKey said, “USB storage devices are rendered relatively useless without the proper authentication and security precautions in place. IronKey is a security company first and foremost, and IronClad drives leverage IronKey’s highly secure architecture design. We are very pleased to be working with Lockheed Martin to deliver this trusted, secure product with hardware-only password checking, secure virtual desktop and remote management capabilities.”

IronClad technology works by integrating advanced features at the hardware, software, and network levels:

  • Rugged, Secure Hardware: Built on IronKey’s proven secure USB drives, each IronClad drive includes at least 8GB of 256-bit encrypted storage, wrapped in a rugged, water- and shock-resistant metal casing.
  • Patent-Pending Mobile Computing Software: Custom Lockheed Martin technology lets users run their entire desktop — from the operating system to specific applications and files — directly off of the USB drive. Built-in advanced virus protection lets users plug into any shared or public computer with confidence.
  • Network-Wide Management: Each IronClad drive is a node on a centrally-managed network that lets IT organizations control security policies, keep watch on each drive, and carefully manage the applications that can or cannot be installed on the drive.

Croom noted that IronClad technology is envisioned as a key component of an organization’s cyber security strategy. “Data at the ‘edge’ — carried by your mobile employees on laptops and smart phones — is significantly harder to physically protect than the data inside the walls of your building,” he said. “The enterprise management tools built into each IronClad drive make it significantly easier to monitor, control and manage your cyber security profile. We envision this system as a key component of any IT organization’s smart, layered cyber security architecture.”

IronClad technology will be featured at the 13th Annual Congressional Internet Caucus Advisory Committee Kickoff Technology Policy Exhibition, on January 26, 2010. The Exhibition will highlight some of the key pointed issues that will continue to impact policy-making in the 111th Congress. The event runs from 5:00 – 7:00 pm in the Hart Senate Office Building, Room 902. For more information visit www.netcaucus.org/events/2010/kickoff/

IronClad drives and enterprise management software are available directly from Lockheed Martin and will soon be available via Lockheed Martin’s GSA schedule purchasing vehicle.

Source: Lockheed Martin





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