Gemalto launches a new software solution that protects banks from cyber threats

Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, has launched Ezio Armored Application​, an entirely software-based solution that enables banks to quickly deploy secure eBanking applications on any PC. Ezio Armored Application secures eBanking end users against the latest generation of fraudulent and malicious cyber-attacks.

In addition, the solution is particularly efficient, reducing the time of validation processes for web applications by as much as threefold, thus significantly reducing the demands placed on a bank’s IT resources, according to the press release.

Based on a locked down browser running within a dedicated desktop session, Ezio Armored Application establishes a secure connection to the eBanking website to protect against key logging and screen capture. This mechanism makes attacks such as man-in-the-browser or man-in-the-middle significantly more difficult to carry out. Furthermore, it supports in-depth analysis of the security of end-user environments, enabling comprehensive threat evaluation and if required data collection for further assessment.

Alongside enhanced operational efficiency and more robust protection from attacks, Gemalto’s latest secure banking solution also encourages high levels of end-user adoption. For consumers, installing theEzio Armored Application is as straightforward as clicking on a link to download the application. Accessing the banks’ eBanking portal then exactly mirrors the experience of a traditional web browser. By facilitating the introduction of user-friendly PC applications, Ezio Armored Application further boosts the bank’s brand image and identity.