Thales today unveiled the Datacryptor® Gig Ethernet encryptor,
a new member to Thales' Layer 2 portfolio of encryption devices. The Gig
Ethernet encryptor is specially designed for gigabit wireline backbone deployments
and gigabit wireless WAN applications in tactical and fixed configurations.
The Datacryptor Gig Ethernet encryptor enables federal agencies and financial
institutions to meet new security requirements and reduce overall network
complexity.
The Datacryptor Gig Ethernet overcomes the complexities associated
with IPSec for point-to-point applications and protects the confidentiality
and integrity of critical networks with the strongest commercially available
cryptography. Ease-of-use and quick setup make the Datacryptor Gig Ethernet
a natural choice for point-to-point gigabit networks. The Datacryptor
Gig Ethernet encrypts 2 Gbps of data in real-time, securing the most demanding
service requirements and using the latest encryption algorithm – AES (up
to 256 bits). Coupled with a common and seamless network management application,
the Datacryptor Gig Ethernet is an ideal fit in the Datacryptor product
family of high speed solutions ranging from T1 to OC-48.
The Datacryptor product line is focused on securing the WAN links and offers
a complete range of Layer 1, Layer 2, and Layer 3 solutions. The Layer 1
and Layer 2 product portfolio consists of Link, T1, Frame Relay, Gigabit
Ethernet Link, OC-3, OC-12, and OC-48 SONET encryptors. The Layer 3 product
portfolio consists of 10mbs, 100mbs, and 1 Gigabit IP encryptors.
Girish Solanki, Frost & Sullivan IT Analyst states, “ Thales'
focus on technical excellence has resulted in the development of an
award-winning portfolio of secure and dependable encryption solutions.
The Datacryptor® Gig
Ethernet fulfills critical needs and provides government and commercial
customers with certified cryptography that is secure, cost-effective,
easy to deploy, monitor, and maintain. Thales offers a complete range
of Layer 1, Layer 2, and Layer 3 solutions.”
Thales' Gig Ethernet encryptor addresses the wireless needs of the U.S.
Federal Government, Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8100.2, and FBI
(Criminal Justice Information System) requirements for state and local governments.
The DoD mandate requires that all unclassified wireless
transmission must be encrypted with Federal Information Processing Standards
(FIPS) 140-2 Level 2 certified hardware, using the AES encryption algorithm.
Outdoor wireless WAN applications are becoming increasingly important within
the federal agencies and local municipalities. Thales recently announced
the formation of the Secure Wireless Alliance Program (SWAP) which targets
the DoD agencies by demonstrating interoperability with the leading outdoor
wireless WAN manufacturers and the Thales Datacryptor product family.
“ Gigabit Ethernet deployment is growing very
quickly within the government and large enterprises. We are continuing
to respond to our customers needs by introducing new solutions that meet
their requirements.” said
Cindy Provin, President of the e-Security activities of Thales in the
Americas.
Thales understands the government, military
and civilian organizations stringent requirements for securing sensitive
network connections in a cost effective manner. The Gig Ethernet encryptor
addresses the need for secure, robust point-to-point gigabit backbone
WAN links that require low-network latency and are easy to operate and maintain.
About Datacryptor® products:
The Datacryptor
range of hardware encryptors provides strong and FIPS 140-2 certified security
at Layer 2 and Layer 3 applications including leased line Link, Frame Relay,
SONET, IP networks, and Ethernet. With AES (128, 192, 256-bit) and 3DES
(168-bit) algorithms built in, the Datacryptor family is designed to fulfill
the requirements dictated by the new Department of Defense Directive (DoDD)
8100.2.
About Thales
Thales is an international electronics
and systems group, serving Defense, Aerospace, Security and Services markets.
The group employs 61,500 people and generated revenues of $13 billion in
2004.
Recent contract awards include the military's multi-million dollar Joint
Tactical Radio System (JTRS) program award; and an award from the Defense
Information System Agency (DISA) for data encryption products.
Operating in three main markets covering e-security, card payment, and
network security, Thales' e-security activity addresses the business, government,
and finance industries' need for cryptographic security products and solutions.
Over half of the world's banks, together with the majority of the busiest
exchanges, currently use Thales technology.
Thales Media Contact
Rochelle Hopke, Manager, Marketing Communications
Thales e-Security, Inc.
Tel: 954-888-6200/1-888-744-4976 (x-6297)
Email: rochelle.hopke@thalesesec.com
Thales Company Contact
Juan Asenjo,
Director Americas Business Development
Thales e-Security, Inc.
Tel: 954-888-6200/1-888-744-4976
Email: Juan.asenjo@thalesesec.com
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