HOBLink Secure

  HOBLink Secure Data Sheet (PDF format)

The government-certified security solution for your enterprise with up to 256-bit encryption.

HOBLink Secure, the complete, platform-independent package for secure communication and authentication in TCP/IP networks, has been awarded the German IT Security Certificate. After a thorough examination process by an accredited and licensed evaluation facility, the German Federal Office for Information Security has awarded HOBLink Secure this certificate, confirming HOBLink Secure's conformance to the Common Criteria for IT Security Evaluation.

Based on Secure Socket Layer, V.3 (SSL3) and Transport Layer Security (TLS), HOBLink Secure employs the latest technology in creating and managing certificates and encryption keys.

Optional:  The HOBLink Certificate Generator, for creating extensive PKI's!

Product Highlights

HOBLink Secure Consists of the Following Components:

• HOBLink Security Manager (Java)

• HOBLink SSL Client/Server Java/Win32

• HOBLink SSL Proxy and Service Programs

• WebSecureProxy for Windows, Solaris, HP-UX, etc. 

• HOBLink Certificate Generator (optional)

Secure Encryption with up to 256-bit Cipher

HOBLink Secure provides for encryption with a key length of up to 256 bits. Since the key length for previous solutions usually stops at 128 bits, this means you get an extra measure of security with HOBLink Secure.

Data Compression

In addition to the encryption function, HOBLink Secure offers data compression according to V42.bis, allowing for fast data transfer even when your network bandwidth is tight.

How to implement V42.bis compression in SSL

Enhanced Security via SmartCards and Tokens

HOBLink Secure supports the Microsoft Crypto API and thus the use of Smartcards and Tokens, e.g., from Gemplus, Schlumberger and Aladin. These systems prevent attacks via password theft, as user-authentication requires physical possession of these devices. In addition to tokens and SmartCards, HOBLink Secure supports OCSP, with which the HOB WebSecureProxy and Java classes can check, online and in real time, whether certificates are valid or not.

Benefits at a Glance

• Clear, efficient management

• Easy, intuitive user interface

• Supports all certification authorities according to signature regulations

• Platform-independent via Java

Supports Many Third-Party and HOBLink Products

Not only can HOBLink Secure be used with a number of HOBLink communications products, it is also compatible with products from third-party manufacturers which support the SSL3 standard. HOBLink Secure supports the latest versions of the following HOB products:

• HOBLink JWT 

• HOBLink Terminal Edition 

• HOBLink J-Term 

• HOBLink J-Term Thin Edition 

• HOBLink J-DRDA 

• HOBLink DRDA 

• HOBDB connect 

Support for Security Standards

HOBLink Secure supports the following security standards and cryptographic algorithms:

Key Exchange Methods

• DH (Diffie-Hellmann)

• RSA

Cryptographic Algorithms

• RC2, 40-bit

• RC4, 40-bit or 128-bit

• DES, 40-bit or 56-bit

• 3DES (3 keys of 56 bits ea., effective key length of 112 bits)

• AES, up to 256-bit

Hashes

• MD5

• RipeMD-160

• SHA-1

WebSecureProxy 

The WebSecureProxy, a secure proxy server, enables SSL-protected communication between an HOB client and a server that is not enabled for SSL. Additionally, it supports the HOB load balancing and application publishing features used for Windows Terminal Connectivity with HOBLink JWT, simplifying the connection process and configuration requirements. The load balancing feature enables the WebSecureProxy to connect the client to the server with the least load.

Creation of Root Certificates

HOBLink Secure not only allows you to import the root certificates of all the significant certification authorities, but also makes it possible to create your own root certificates (X.509 standard).

Platform-Independent with Java

The HOBLink Security Manager and the HOBLink SSL Client/Server are programmed in Java, making them usable on virtually any platform.

System Requirements

HOBLink Security Manager and HOBLink SSL Client in Java

As a prerequisite for running the Java components from HOBLink Secure, a Java Virtual Machine according to the JDK 1.1.7 standard (or newer) must be installed on the target system.

HOBLink Security Manager and HOBLink SSL Client for Windows

• PC with Pentium processor

• Windows 95/98/NT/2000

HOBLink Certificate Generator (optional)

The HOBLink Certificate Generator is a tool for creating a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). It is particularly indispensable if a Certification Authority (CA) is to be created and individual certificates have to be generated for a large number of users. 
The HOBLink Certificate Generator includes the Security Manager from the HOBLink Secure software package, and enhances the Security Manager with functions for automatically generating certificates.

The HOBLink Certificate Generator is a must if... 

• You need to create a complete PKI with your own CA (e.g., in order to remain independent of external vendors and keep your data security in your own hands, or to save on costs.) 

• A large number of users need separate certificates (e.g., if client authentication is required). 

• You need to generate certificates automatically. 

• You would like to import user data from other applications. 

• The employees managing the certificates have little background knowledge and therefore need a tool that is easy to use.

• You want to streamline your data/communications security administration and retain or increase your level of security.

For further information, see our HOB Tech News (PDF format)

Download Request

Our security-specific products (encryption software), unlike our other products, are not available for standard downloads via the Web. If you are interested in testing HOBLink Secure, please fill out and submit the form you will find at this link. After approval, we will send you a user name and password per e-mail, with which you can access our Secure Download site and download this product.

Further Information / How to Purchase

You can get further information on, or purchase HOB products from any of our international offices or from HOB International Distributors & Resellers.

For technical information please contact our support department.

webmaster@hobsoft.com, Last Updated: 13-Nov-07