PLAID: lightweight authentication protocol

PLAID: lightweight authentication protocol

Published By: Ovum Plc
May 2009
R464-1263
Online Download $300.00
Global Site License $750.00

Description

Centrelink, an agency of the Australian government, has developed an authentication protocol for computer systems and physical access control. It is more secure than current door-entry card protocols and much faster to use than a PKI-based card.

Table of Contents

Executive summary: In a nutshell; Key messages; Cryptographically strong and fast to use; Any organisation that wants to develop supporting products; Equally suitable for contactless and contact operation; The business need for PLAID; Centrelink’s business and requirements; The inadequacy of existing technology; PKI cards; Problems with current contactless cards; The features of PLAID; Cryptographic security; Speed and performance; Dual-purpose cards; Hardware compatibility with PKI; Centrelink deployment strategy for PLAID; PKI is a temporary stepping stone; Physical security has not been forgotten

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