Approving access for an enterprise user on their endpoint device that is both secure and efficient, is one of IT administrators' primary concerns today. The solution to this is a desktop lock that is efficient, easy-to-use, and makes access control, via smart card or advanced password controls, completely seamless.
Citrix Receiver 4.12 Desktop Lock is a new addition to Citrix's Receiver set of client software, and it takes secure access control for enterprises to a new level. This new lock has been designed to work with the Citrix Receiver client across all platforms including Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices, bringing robust security to all endpoints.
Why Receiver Lock?
Citrix Receiver 4.12 Desktop Lock provides IT administrators with efficient, central control over the access of data on endpoint devices. Its ability to lock-down desktops in a secure and efficient way and customize these locks across different platforms is highly beneficial for organizations.
Desktop Lock reduces the chances of an inadvertent data breach, such as when a user is accessing a shared device. By ensuring that the access granted is tailored to the authorized user and password, the solution maintains the integrity of the data and keeps confidential company information safe.
Desktop Lock and Smart Cards
Citrix Receiver 4.12 Desktop Lock leverages the power of smart cards to provide end-to-end protection against unauthorised access. Smart cards ensure that only authorized users have access to your applications and data, which in turn reduces the risk of data breaches.
Within the desktop environments of all endpoints, users are required to insert the smart card to gain access, thereby adding an additional layer of security. The Card Management System provides seamless integration with the endpoint device so that users don't have to constantly reinsert the smart card or enter a password, thereby improving the user experience.
Desktop Lock and Advanced Password Controls
The Citrix Receiver 4.12 Desktop Lock is highly customizable to meet an enterprise's diverse access control needs. It provides IT administrators with the ability to enforce specific password policies across different endpoint devices. This means that only authorized users with a strong password can gain access to their desktop and thereby the data.
The Advanced Password Control provided in the Citrix Receiver 4.12 Desktop Lock allows IT administrators to efficiently set time limits for passwords, dictate their complexity, and update passwords in bulk, reducing time spent on password management. Since all passwords are set by IT administrators, this reduces the risk of weak passwords or passwords that are easy to guess, improving an organization's overall security posture.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Citrix Receiver 4.12 Desktop Lock ensures that endpoint devices accessing sensitive corporate data are secure by providing efficient access control through advanced password policies and smart cards. Designed to work with Citrix Receiver's client software, this solution is highly customizable, enabling IT administrators to tailor access requirements to specific endpoint devices.
Securing corporate data is no longer just important but is an absolute necessity for every enterprise. Citrix Receiver 4.12 Desktop Lock provides simple and efficient means of controlling endpoint access, making it a must-to-have for companies who prioritize data security.