Microsoft will be able to tout these features as built-in or an option once the acquisition and integration is complete. PhoneFactor currently offers services for enterprise, government, banking healthcare and other verticals, while also supporting Citrix, IBM Tivoli and VMWare.
It claims that the PhoneFactor Agent service reduces the risk of compromise and increases security with benefits including; instant fraud alerts, biometric voice authentication and transaction verification, with the advantage of no extra dongles or training needed.
Friday, October 5, 2012
Microsoft Acquires Mobile Hardware Security Firm
Microsoft Boosts Mobile Security with PhoneFactor Acquisition (CMS Wire)
