July 2, 2007
- GlobalSign
July 2, 2007
Press Release
GlobalSign K.K.
GlobalSign One of Only Three Companies Worldwide to Support Windows Vista Code Signing with Launch of ObjectSign™
Tokyo – July 2, 2007 - - The GMO Hosting & Security consolidated subsidiary, GlobalSign today launches ObjectSign™, the GlobalSign brand certificates that support 64 bit Windows Vista Kernel Mode code signing. GMO Hosting & Security is part of the GMO Internet Group.
The Importance of Code Signing
In the past few years there has been a major shift in software delivery from package distribution to online distribution. Even when software is sold in package form, nowadays updates are usually made available online. For this reason it is essential that software users are able to confirm the authenticity of their distributor and be sure they have received an official release. Users must also beware of malicious and harmful software.
Software vendors need to address this threat and take responsibility for their software safely reaching the user whether online or offline. The most effective method of achieving this is by code signing (an electronic signature) the software.
ObjectSignTM
ObjectSign™ is a certificate for code signing (a digital signature) software. Windows Vista x64 requires a digital signature in order to maintain enterprise level security. Kernel Mode software will not execute in certain situations without a digital certificate. This ensures high level security and prevents programs being installed that cause direct damage to the operating system. GlobalSign is one of only three certificate authorities worldwide authorized to issue code signing certificates for 64 bit editions of Windows Vista. (July 2007)
We have also made it possible to use digital signatures with ActiveX Control to support Microsoft Authenticode. In addition we offer a time stamp service so that even after a signature certificate has expired, Authenticode signatures can still be authenticated.
GlobalSign provides a more secure environment for computer use and contributes to the promotion of secure infrastructure.
GlobalSign
GlobalSign began providing digital authentication services to Belgium ten years ago when digital authentication companies were first beginning to appear. Customers include a number of Belgian government agencies and the GlobalSign Certificate Authority operates many prestigious government projects such as eID*(BELPIC). We are recognized as the Belgian Government Certificate Authority. GlobalSign became a member of the GMO Internet Group in 2006 and beginning in Japan is expanding sales of government-level security worldwide.
*eID: A citizen ID card. This is the first stage of the e-government project in Belgium. The ID card containing a digital certificate is distributed to all Belgian citizens over the age of 12.
Performance: (cumulative figures)
Over 100,000 SSL Server Certificates issued
Over 100,000 SSL Server Certificates issued
Over 1.4 million digital certificates (for web sites, IC Cards etc. including Digital IDs) issued
Over 20 million certificates worldwide rely on the public trust provided by the GlobalSign root
We supply many major government agencies and major corporations.
Profile
The first certificate authority in Europe to obtain WebTrust accreditation
Member of CABF (CA/Browser Forum)
(In Japan GlobalSign [formerly GeoTrust JAPAN] participates as a JCAF [Japan Certificate Authority Forum] member)
(In Japan GlobalSign [formerly GeoTrust JAPAN] participates as a JCAF [Japan Certificate Authority Forum] member)
Member of Anti-Phishing Working Group
Media Inquiries
GMO Hosting & Security Inc. Corporate Planning Department
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GMO Internet Inc. Group PR Team
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The GMO Internet Group
The GMO Internet Group is a leading force in the Internet industry offering one of the most comprehensive ranges of Internet services in Japan. We hold top domestic market shares in domain registration, web hosting and payment processing and we provide a host of other services including e-commerce solutions, Internet advertising and online securities trading to individual and corporate customers. Striving to redefine the industry and foster a vibrant Internet culture, the GMO Internet Group is continuously working to inspire enthusiasm in our customers and put smiles on their faces.
GlobalSign K.K.
Company Name | GlobalSign K.K. http://jp.globalsign.com/ |
Address | Shibuya Infoss Tower, 20-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, JAPAN |
CEO | Ichiro Chujo |
Business Description | ■Information security and digital authentication |
Capital | ¥356,640,000 |
GMO Hosting & Security Inc.
Company Name | GMO Hosting & Security Inc. http://gmo-hs.com/eng (TSE Mothers Market: 3788) |
Address | Cerulean Tower, 26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya ku, Tokyo, JAPAN |
CEO | Mitsuru Aoyama |
Business Description | ■Web hosting service ■Internet security |
Capital | ¥902,060,000 |
GMO Internet Inc.
Company Name | GMO Internet Inc. http://www.gmo.jp/en (TSE First Section Code: 9449) |
Address | Cerulean Tower, 26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya ku, Tokyo, JAPAN |
CEO | Masatoshi Kumagai |
Business Description | ■Internet Use Support (Infrastructure) ■Internet Advertising Support (Media) ■Internet Finance |
Capital | ¥9,651,750,000 |
*Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows Vista®, ActiveX® and Authenticode® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.