GateKeeper (access control device)

GateKeeper 2.0
Original author(s) Siddharth Potbhare, PhD (CEO)
Developer(s) Untethered Labs Inc.
Initial release October 2015 (2015-10)
Stable release
Version 2.16.1 / December 26, 2017 (2017-12-26)
Operating system Windows (7+), OS X (beta)
Website https://www.gkchain.com

GateKeeper is a wireless proximity-based access control and authentication device that allows a user to automatically lock their computer by walking away and unlock it by walking back.[1][2][3][4] Untethered Labs is an American computer security firm, led by CEO Siddharth Potbhare, that created the original GateKeeper in 2014.[5] The GateKeeper consists of a key fob (the device), a USB dongle to transmit the wireless signal, and software to manage user credentials.[6] The device also functions as a key finder by using Bluetooth Low Energy 4.0 to locate the GateKeeper within a proximate, adjustable range of up to 30 feet indoors and 100 feet outdoors.[7][8]

GateKeeper Software and Hardware

GateKeeper software uses a dashboard that displays the device's signal strength, allows users to select or configure lock settings, manage user credentials, and set the range at which the computer detects the device's presence.[9] The GateKeeper software provides the user options to enable two-factor authentication (2-FA) for computer access by requiring the user to enter a PIN and carry the GateKeeper to login.[10] If the USB dongle lock is ever removed from the computer, the software immediately locks the computer.[11]

GateKeeper Enterprise

The GateKeeper Enterprise software integrates with the GateKeeper hardware which allows the administrator to control the deployment and management of GateKeepers on the network.[12] The IT administrator can set security policies, gather log data for auditing, conduct productivity analysis, and deploy updates to the client software.[13]

GateKeeper Halberd

In December 2017 Untethered Labs announced on Kickstarter that they would release the Halberd, a key fob with a new hardware design.[14] According to the company, the Halberd's larger design, new processor, and added accelerometer improve the device's performance and battery life.[15] The Halberd subsequently reached its funding goal of $25,000 by raising $50,000 in 28 days from over 400 backers and is expected to be released in January 2018.[16] The company also plans to release compatible software for Mac and Linux systems as well as single sign-on capabilities in 2018.[17]

See also

References

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  2. ↑ "Never Delete Your Browser History Again". Geeks & Beats. Retrieved 2015-11-01.
  3. ↑ "UMCP's CoolCAD Kickstarts Its Keychain Computer-Lock". University of Maryland UM Ventures. Retrieved 2014-12-01.
  4. ↑ "Forget Passwords, This Device Locks Your PC Based On Your Proximity". Futurism. Retrieved 2016-08-30.
  5. ↑ "Untethered Labs - CrunchBase". CrunchBase. Retrieved 2015-08-01.
  6. ↑ "Gatekeeper Review: Wireless Bluetooth Computer Lock". Techniblogic. Retrieved 2015-12-01.
  7. ↑ "Gatekeeper Chain key fob automatically locks your PC when AFK". gizmag. Retrieved 2014-12-01.
  8. ↑ "GateKeeper Android/iOS Bluetooth Tracker Lock Key – No more use of Ctrl-Alt-Del option by IT managers". Gadget-Tech. Retrieved 2015-10-01.
  9. ↑ "GateKeeper 2.0 Review". TechBerge. Retrieved 2016-04-01.
  10. ↑ "Gatekeeper 2.0 Secure Wireless Lock & Key for your Computer". G4 Canada. Retrieved 2016-05-01.
  11. ↑ "10 tech tools to survive a business trip". CIO.com. Retrieved 2016-07-01.
  12. ↑ "GateKeeper 2.0 Wireless Computer Lock". Inviverse. Retrieved 2016-06-01.
  13. ↑ "CES 2016: Meet the stand-out security and privacy gadgets". ZDNet. Retrieved 2016-02-01.
  14. ↑ "Wearable Access Control". Correctional News. Retrieved 2018-01-06.
  15. ↑ "Wireless smart key auto locks a computer when the user walks away". New Atlas. Retrieved 2018-01-06.
  16. ↑ "Halberd - Your Computer Key to Kill the Password". Kickstarter. Retrieved 2018-01-06.
  17. ↑ "Wireless smart key auto locks a computer when the user walks away". New Atlas. Retrieved 2018-01-06.
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