SCM Microsystems Introduces USB Reader for SIM-size Smart Cards
April 27 2004 - 3:30AM
PR Newswire (US)
SCM Microsystems Introduces USB Reader for SIM-size Smart Cards
CardTechSecurTech, WASHINGTON and FREMONT, Calif., April 27
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SCM Microsystems, Inc. , a leading
provider of solutions that open the Digital World, today introduced
a cost-effective USB reader for SIM-size smart cards called eSIM.
Leveraging SCM Microsystems' years of experience in secure access
technologies, eSIM is a high-performance reader that can support
any PC-based smart card application, particularly those dealing
with IT security such as desktop or network logon, single sign-on,
digital signature and document or email encryption/decryption. A
SIM-sized smart card can be used with eSIM to securely store
passwords, encryption keys including public key pairs, digital
certificates or other information needed for these applications.
"The advantage eSIM and smart cards bring to systems is greater
security," said Robert Schneider, chief executive officer of SCM
Microsystems. "First, the information in the smart card is outside
of the vulnerable PC operating environment, and can even be
completely removed. Security is further enhanced if the card itself
becomes part of the security chain, eliminating the risks
associated with reliance on simple passwords. Using smart cards
also makes this information portable, so individuals can carry
their identity or security information with them for use on
multiple devices or in multiple locations." The eSIM reader is also
consistent with specifications issued by the WLAN Smart Card
Consortium. The consortium, of which SCM Microsystems is a member,
seeks to replace weak username/password security for wireless LAN
"hot spots" security with proven SIM-based technology from telecom
operators. Under this concept eSIM reader could be used to connect
the SIM WLAN security card to portable and other USB equipped
personal devices. The technology in eSIM includes an on-board flash
feature that provides seamless firmware upgrades in the field,
enabling the reader to be upgraded after deployment to take
advantage of new smart card technology, new protocols, new
applications or other technology innovations as they arrive. SCM
offers several customizing options including casing, colors and
company logos, for companies who want to have their own brand
appear on a reader. eSIM is Chip Card ID (CCID) compliant and
certified under Microsoft(R) Windows(R) Hardware Quality Labs
(WHQL). It is PC/Smart card compliant, ensuring compatibility with
all PCs and their operating and communications software, including
Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, Server 2003 and CE, as well as MacOS and
Linux. About SCM Microsystems SCM Microsystems is a leading
supplier of solutions that open the Digital World by enabling
people to conveniently access digital content and services. The
company markets and sells its smart card reader technology for
network and physical access and conditional access modules for
secure digital TV decryption to OEM customers in the government,
financial, enterprise and broadcasting markets worldwide. Global
headquarters are in Fremont, California, with European headquarters
in Ismaning, Germany. For additional information, visit the SCM
Microsystems web site at http://www.scmmicro.com/. Notes to
Editors: All trade names are either trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders. DATASOURCE: SCM
Microsystems, Inc. CONTACT: Manfred Mueller of SCM Microsystems,
+49 89 95 95 5140 or ; or Deb Montner of Montner & Associates,
+1-203-226-9290 or , for SCM Microsystems Web site:
http://www.scmmicro.com/
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