Mandylion Password Manager
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Well if you're anything like us, you've probably now got a dozen or more passwords for everything from your email logins to your internet banking. And (probably) like us you are always trying to think of a way to a) remember them and b) think of new passwords each time you're prompted.
Unfortunately, we all have to deal with modern life's little cyber-burden, the password. Some of us do so by simply re-using an old password when the system asks you to change it. Other times we use the same password but just add the month at the end. Some people even resort to keeping their passwords written on yellow sticky notes or in their wallet. None of these options, however, is very effective for protecting your valuable data. Instead, we would like to present a superior solution brought to you compliments of the US Military.
The Mandylion Password Manager is a secure, convenient and cost-effective device built specifically for generating and protecting your passwords. Tested and matured for 3 years in real warfare environments, it is now available for commercial use. Built as a small keyring device, it can securely manage up to 50 logins, safe combinations, security codes, etc. that can be individually generated to meet the composition requirements of any login policy. Passwords can be any length up to 14 characters or namespaces. It can create passwords based on your settings for various criteria (such as length, alpha-numeric, special characters, etc.) and prompt you to change your passwords at preset time intervals (90 days, 1 year, etc.) Also, all data is stored in permanent memory, so it is unaffected by battery life or loss of power. Tamper-resistant features have been employed both inside and out, making the device a superior choice to storing passwords on your PDA, PC or worse, writing them down.
Using the device is very easy. There are 5 buttons used for navigation and data entry. The device is activated by entering a unique button sequence that is user-defined. Totally self-contained and air-gapped from any system, passwords are viewed on the token's LCD display which has a limited viewing angle to prevent shoulder surfing. There are also user-defined lockout settings, including a self-destruct feature for high risk scenarios. The device will also indicate failed activation attempts (with a "Tampered" message displayed upon successful activation.) Included Policy Master software makes describing the login policy (length, expiration, composition) for each login record and configuring the token a snap. The token does the rest.
This little unit has been designed to meet U.S. Military standards for secure creation and management of passwords (use authorized under Army Regulation 25-2 IA.) This device helps creates a strong security policy for your work environment (so naturally you can brag to the boss about it) and provides cost savings in the form of reduced help desk support and password changing downtime. When used for personal password management the personal password manager eliminates having to remember all those annoying passwords and usernames.
Features include;
- Manages up to 50 login records simultaneously
- Generates cryptographically strong passwords
- Complies with all DoD, Govt. & Industry Password Security Policies
- Multiple tamper-resistant features and lockout alarms
- Manages Root and Group passwords
- Cradle connection via USB
- Kit containing: token, a configuration cradle, Policy Master Configuration Software
- Dimensions: Approx. 2.5" x 1.5" x .375" (65mm x 45mm x 10mm)
- One-year warranty
So if you're looking for a gift to buy that person whop has everything (except a great memory!) a busy executive or just yourself (or just about anyone who uses a computer, safe or ATM) then this little gadget could be the PERFECT gift!
Available at: ThinkGeek (USA / International)
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