New Level of Virtual Desktop Security: Termidesk 6.0 Supports Two-Factor Authentication with Rutoken

Uveon — Cloud Technologies (part of theAstra Group) and "Aktiv" announce the completion of joint testing and the signing of a certificate confirming the full compatibility of the Termidesk 6.0 VDI solution with the key devices of the Rutoken EDS 3.0 line.

Termidesk is a multiplatform solution for creating a virtual workplace infrastructure and organizing secure remote work for employees. It supports a wide range of Russian and imported, including Open Source, platforms, systems, and VDI workplace virtualization tools. Termidesk is included in the "Unified Register of Russian Computer Programs and Databases" of the Ministry of Digital Development of Russia.

Rutoken EDS 3.0 is modern USB tokens and smart cards for two-factor authentication (possession factor plus PIN-code knowledge factor) and secure work with electronic signatures on personal computers, mobile devices and in virtual environments. The devices support domestic and international cryptography standards and are certified by FSB and FSTEC of Russia.

Proven compatibility allows customers to easily implement multi-factor authentication based on USB tokens and Rutoken smart cards for secure remote access to Termidesk virtual desktops. This provides employees with a secure connection to corporate resources from anywhere in the world.

"Strong authentication is critical for creating trusted remote workplaces. Our products address the challenge at every stages: they protect access to the corporate network with multi-factor authentication, instantly terminate VPN connection when the device is removed and negate the risks of loss or theft of the token. We are pleased to be able to offer Termidesk users a comprehensive Rutoken—based remote access solution that provides a high level of information security," said Ksenia Shavrova, Head of Technology Partners at Aktiv

"Improving the security of remote work in a virtual desktop environment is one of the most urgent tasks for IT and information security departments of companies. Multifactor authentication using smart cards and Aktiv tokens is a key element of protecting the perimeter of IT infrastructure. Completed testing of the Rutoken and Termidesk solutions has confirmed the full functionality of their key functions. This gives our customers confidence in the safe implementation of necessary remote work scenarios," said Sergey Khalyapin, Director of Development for New Markets and Technology Partners at Termidesk.