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Codebench Integrates PIV Software into Datastrip Reader

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Wednesday, April 16th, 2008

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Codebench is integrating its Personal Identity Verification (PIV) software into Datastrip's DSV2+TURBO biometrically-enabled smart card reader to market to customers seeking access control solutions related to federal credentials. Codebench, a software development firm, makes PIVCheck Mobile and PIVCheck Plus Mobile, which allow for Ethernet, WiFi and optional GSM connectivity for cardholder validation of PIN, fingerprint biometric and certificates. The software validates certificates in real-time by performing Internet-based queries from the DSV2+TURBO to compare them to an OCSP Responder, Certificate Authority…

Congress

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Pentagon

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