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{{Multiple issues|orphan = March 2012|notability = January 2011}} PhoneFactor is a two-factor authentication system which utilizes automated phone calls to verify identity.[1] With multiple out-of-band methods (phone call, text message, and push) and an OATH passcode option, PhoneFactor provides flexibility for users and a single multi-factor platform for IT to manage.[2]
PhoneFactor provides strong authentication for government, healthcare, enterprise, banking, and website applications. By leveraging a device every user already has – a phone – PhoneFactor enables rapid deployment of cost-effective two-factor authentication.
PhoneFactor's out-of-band authentication adds an additional layer of security by calling a user's phone to verify a login or transaction.[3]
Background[edit]
Based in Overland Park, Kansas, PhoneFactor was founded in 2001 by CEO Tim Sutton and CIO Steve Dispensa. [4].
Awards[edit]
PhoneFactor was recognized in 2011, 2010, and 2008 as an SC Magazine Awards Finalist for Best Multi- and Second-Factor Solution and received a prestigious five star rating in the magazine’s 2011 Multi-Factor Group Test. In 2011, PhoneFactor was awarded the Golden Bridge Award for innovation in cloud authentication.[5] PhoneFactor was awarded the 2010 Product Innovation Award[6] and the 2009 Reader’s Trust Award for Best in Out-of-Band Authentication from Network Products Guide. The company was also recognized with two 2009 Gartner reports, Cool Vendors in Identity & Access Management and Cool Vendors in Healthcare Providers,[7] and was named to the Bank Technology News FutureNow list of the top 10 technology innovators securing the banking industry today.
References[edit]
- ^ Singh, Anamika (14 August 2008). "PhoneFactor 2.1 from Positive Networks Includes Two-Factor Authentication". IP PBX.
- ^ "PhoneFactor Product Review". SC Magazine.
- ^ Quain, John R. (08 October 2008). "Logging on Securely, and Confirmed via a Cellphone Call as a Sentinel Against Intruders". New York Times / NYT.com.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Company Overview of PhoneFactor, Inc". Bloomberg Businessweek.
- ^ "Golden Bridge Awards 2011".
- ^ "Network Products Guide 2010".
- ^ "Gartner Cool Vendors".
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