Utimaco Released Full Disk Encryption

Utimaco released Full Disk Encryption which is a reliable, sector based hard drive encryption approved for VS-NfD, RESTREINT UE.

Full Disk Encryption is Utimaco’s solution for all government clients and the secret security industry. It was developed in accordance with the requirements of the German BSI and specially developed for the sector-based, complete hard-disk encryption of laptops. This ensures that unauthorized access to (personal) data on the hard drive caused by theft or loss of the laptop and bypassing the Windows password is effectively prevented.

Full Disk Encryption uses proven encryption algorithms for this purpose. This maximizes data security by encryption of all system files, including swap and temporary files, without affecting device performance.

The multi-user 2-factor authentication in the pre-boot authentication enables the shared use of laptops. The respective user passwords remain individual, and smart cards do not have to be shared among users. Based on the unchanged Windows operating system login process after the pre-boot authentication Full Disk Encryption provides secure and convenient device usage for the users.

In addition to the complete encryption of the entire hard disk, Full Disk Encryption also enables fast initial encryption.

Key Benefits

Approved by the BSI for data with the classification RESTREINT UE / EU RESTRICTED, NATO RESTRICTED and VS-NfD
Designed in accordance with the requirements of the BSI and specially developed for German public authority customers and the secret-protection industry.

Sector-based, complete hard disk encryption
Reliable data security through user-transparent partition encryption with reliable encryption algorithms.

No impact on device performance
Full Disk Encryption uses proven encryption algorithms and maximizes data security by encryption of all system files, including swap and temporary files, without affecting device performance.

Secure sharing of laptops Highest security even with shared use of laptops
Offer the possibility of several people using the laptop without the shared use of passwords or smart cards.

Convenient login process
Based on the unchanged Windows operating system login process after the pre-boot authentication Full Disk Encryption provides secure and convenient device usage for the users.

Technical Requirements
Client Support for Windows 10 and 11 
CCID compatible and supported smart card reader

Full Disk Encryption Server
Windows Server 2016 Standard 64-bit and later

Full Disk Encryption Management Center
Windows 11 from version 22H2 
Windows 10 64-bit Pro and Enterprise from version 1809 onwards
Windows Server 2016 Standard 64-bit and later

Full Disk Encryption Database Server 
Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Express, Standard or Enterprise 64-bit and later

Utimaco develops on-premises and cloud-based hardware security modules, solutions for key management and data protection as well as data intelligence solutions for regulated critical infrastructures and Public Warning Systems. Utimaco is one of the world’s leading manufacturers in its key market segments

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