IT-SA: High-Tech made in Austria

State-of-the-art digitalisation solutions will be presented at Europe's most important trade fair for IT security. Together with the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology and further IT security specialists, we will be presenting the latest product innovations at the “it-sa” trade fair in Nuremberg.

From October 10 to 12, 2023, the joint exhibition stand (number 7-215) at Europe's largest IT security trade fair will be dedicated to the theme of “Sharing Innovation”: IT specialist X-Net, Rimage, Iknaio, and fragmentiX, industry partner LiSEC, and Austria's largest applied research institution, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, will present modern, jointly developed product innovations.

AIT Cyber Range – Modern training for the operation of cyber-resilient critical infrastructures

As the world's first IAEA Collaborating Center in the field of cybersecurity, AIT is responsible for nuclear safety in IAEA member states. To this end, AIT operates a unique digital and hybrid simulation and training center on its premises in Vienna: the AIT Cyber Range. An advanced audio-video setup in the training room allows participants to communicate flexibly with each other and share their screen content with the entire training group on large projection screens. Since the training room is also suitable for online events, it has functions for live video and audio transmission to the internet.

Fake-Shop Detector exposes online fraudsters

Fake shops on the Internet are becoming more numerous and at the same time more difficult to detect. The Fake-Shop Detector, developed by AIT in close cooperation with the Austrian Institute for Applied Telecommunications (ÖIAT) and the Austrian IT specialist X-Net, offers support in tracking down online fraudsters. The Fake-Shop Detector uses artificial intelligence to check unknown online shops in real time for more than 21,000 characteristics. Above all, permanent quality control of the AI by humans is an inherent part of the AI-based solution. If a shop is suspicious, the Detector warns consumers and protects them preventively against online fraud. This success led to a new partnership between AIT and the Bavarian Ministry of Justice at the end of August to tailor the successful Fake-Shop Detector to the specific requirements of law enforcement agencies and further develop it for their investigative work. Further information: https://www.fakeshop.at/

Iknaio Pathfinder and Iknaio Automator

To counteract the ever-increasing number of cyberattacks, Iknaio Cryptoasset Analytics aims to make the use of cryptocurrencies in general more secure: Iknaio Pathfinder is a comprehensive service that makes it easy to analyse addresses and transactions in various cryptoasset networks such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether. Based on the open-source GraphSense, Iknaio Pathfinder also offers advanced features such as collaborative investigations and the automation of information requests. This makes it an extremely powerful tool for anyone who wants to gain insights into payment flows or conduct investigations in the world of cryptoassets.

Iknaio Automator enables efficient and reliable cryptoasset analysis by automating what was previously done manually with Iknaio Pathfinder. This innovative solution allows organisations to protect themselves from the threats of cyberattacks while increasing the efficiency of their cryptoasset analysis. https://www.ikna.io

AI based media forensic supporting the prevention of socienty and democracy

At AIT, media forensic tools are being developed to detect disinformation campaigns on the internet. As part of projects funded by the KIRAS security research program, which is financed by the Federal Ministry of Finance, experts are working on a media forensics software platform that enables users, such as media companies or public authorities, to assess the credibility of text, image, video, or audio material on the internet. Artificial intelligence (AI) is used for this purpose. The project focuses in particular on politically motivated disinformation, as this ultimately threatens democracy and weakens the population's trust in political and state institutions. In addition, AI-based tools are being developed that enable the automatic detection of connections based on text similarity and semantic analysis in order to track down hate speech, extremism, or propaganda, for example.

ThreatGet – cyber security by design for the Internet of Things (IoT)

With the award-winning ThreatGet security tool, which is based on artificial intelligence, it is possible to analyse the entire system architecture of security-critical applications, such as networked vehicles. Automated analysis of potential system risks and attack paths can be easily performed right from the start of system development. This cyber security by design tool is a must-have for industries with security-critical infrastructure that are required by regulatory guidelines to have an appropriate cyber security management system in place. ThreatGet is available to consulting companies as part of a partner program for risk management consulting for highly secure IT and electronic systems. ThreatGet was developed by AIT in collaboration with Sparx Services CE, a business unit of Lieber.Group. The “ThreatGet” partner program was recently nominated for the Austrian State Prize for Consulting 2022 in the “Management Consulting and IT” category and received the Constantinus Award in 2021.

SEC³– Secure Cloud Connecting System

Secure IoT devices form the basis for the digitalisation of Industry 4.0. A single successfully attacked IoT device can mutate into an attack vector for all devices connected to the cloud. The “Security by Isolation” (SBI) model from the Austrian research project IoT4CPS represents such a solution and, with the Sec³ Secure Cloud Connecting System based on it, ensures that uncontrolled access to data is not possible at any time. The system was fully developed by X-Net Technologies and offers maximum security for machines and IoT devices, quick initial installation, configurations only via the company's own Sec³ Cloud, coordination of remote maintenance of its components via the company's own Sec³ Hubs with video documentation, and state-of-the-art encryption of connections with minimal time expenditure. Sec³ combines the advantages of an IoT edge device, remote service box, and firewall. It meets the highest security requirements and is developed and manufactured in Europe. Lisec Holding GmbH was a key contributor to product development and the first industrial user.

X5 Data Carrier Copying System

X5 is the only system for producing storage media that can simultaneously and individually write to SSD, USB, CF, MicroSD, etc. Just-in-time copying processes ensure that the right storage media are reliably available at the right time and in the right place. The X⁵ copying systems are designed to support customer-specific workflows and processes. The spectrum ranges from the automatic recording of storage media with individual product-specific data to just-in-time production and simple copying processes. When implementing a copying process, the entire production workflow is taken into account and adapted to individual requirements. In addition to writing and verifying data on data carriers, encryption mechanisms, authentication processes, and communication security are also taken into account. This makes the X⁵ system suitable for use worldwide. The combination of software and hardware components also allows for individual security strategies throughout the entire life cycle of a product.

Rimage RX400 – Highly secure USB-based high-speed data carrier copying system

The Rimage RX400, a USB-based disc copying system, represents the next step in data storage and transfer using CD solutions and picks up where cloud solutions reach their limits: secure and fast storage of sensitive and, above all, large amounts of data, such as those used in the medical field (medical data such as MRIs, radiology) and forensics (preservation of evidence). Depending on the software version and application, commercially available or dedicated, highly secure, and write-protected USB sticks are used. In addition, security features such as WORM functionality (write once, read many) are available for USB sticks, preventing unwanted data from being written, modified, or deleted on the USB stick. The compact Rimage RX400 was developed by X-Net and is easy to set up and operate for system integrators, healthcare providers, hospitals, and users from other industries alike.

Secure quantum communication technology

Based on the groundbreaking research work of Nobel Prize winner Professor Anton Zeilinger, AIT was able to develop concrete applications and technologies in the field of quantum communication at a very early stage. As a result, AIT is now considered a specialist in both terrestrial and satellite-based quantum cryptography. Against this backdrop, the work of quantum researchers focuses in particular on the miniaturisation of the devices required for quantum key distribution (QKD) and on the establishment of a European quantum communication network as part of the EuroQCI initiative. At it-sa, AIT will present a compact quantum random number generator that generates random numbers at a speed of 2 Mbit/s. The randomness is based on quantum mechanical effects and is therefore unpredictable. This method makes it possible to significantly strengthen even today's existing encryption algorithms. In addition, AIT is presenting a miniaturised QKD transmitter. This consists of a photonic integrated chip that carries all components such as lasers, modulators, and attenuators. The special feature of the transmitter is that it generates quantum cryptographically secured keys at a rate of 1 kbit/s over a distance of 30 km, thus enabling tap-proof communication. Further information: https://quantum.ait.ac.at/

fragmentiX Storage Appliances

fragmentiX develops and produces the first quantum-secure storage devices of their kind, enabling users to store their data securely in the cloud. By fragmenting the data, fragmentiX enables the use of cloud storage without the risk of loss or theft. This process is known as secret sharing and enables the encrypted distribution of files and directories to a predefined number of locations that are only known to the owner of the devices. Further information: https://www.fragmentix.com

About X-Net

As an IT company oriented toward the common good, X-Net has been developing customised hardware and software solutions since 1999 and installs and maintains IT networks for companies and institutions of all sizes and in all industries. X-Net strives to anchor sustainability and environmental awareness in all areas of the company and to raise awareness of sustainability through the professional use of open source. “Sharing”, i.e., making knowledge available for shared use, and “regionality” are the essential cornerstones of its business activities. In developing forward-looking and secure IT/OT solutions, X-Net engages in lively exchange with research institutions and builds on long-lasting partnerships.

About Iknaio Cryptoasset Analytics

Iknaio Cryptoasset Analytics was founded in 2021 and is based in Vienna. It is built on an open source solution developed at the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology. With its cryptoasset analysis solution, the company aims to make a decisive contribution to curbing criminal activity in the field of cryptocurrencies. Iknaio Cryptoasset Analytics GmbH is funded by Seedfinancing – Deep Tech from the BMAW and BMK, administered by the Austrian Promotional Bank (aws). Further information: https://www.ikna.io

About Rimage

As the global market leader in digital publishing, Rimage is a pioneer and trailblazer in fully automated USB, CD, DVD, and Blu-ray burning and printing systems. With over 22,000 systems integrated into various workflows and applications, Rimage supports small, medium-sized, and global companies around the world. These companies produce a large number of different CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays for the distribution of a wide variety of data, images, and information. The development and market launch of the Rimage RX400 further intensified the existing partnership between X-Net and Rimage. Further information: https://www.rimage.com/

About LISEC

LiSEC is a globally active group that has been offering innovative individual and complete solutions in the field of flat glass processing and finishing for over 60 years. Its portfolio of services includes machines, automation solutions, software, and services. LiSEC develops and manufactures glass cutting and sorting systems, individual components, and complete production lines for insulating and laminated glass production, as well as glass edge processing machines and tempering systems. With reliable technology and intelligent automation solutions, LiSEC sets standards in quality and technology and contributes significantly to the success of its customers. Further information: https://www.lisec.com

About fragmentiX

fragmentiX Storage Solutions is an Austrian cybersecurity company that helps individuals and businesses achieve and maintain their right to privacy and digital sovereignty. fragmentiX storage appliances enable individuals and businesses of all sizes to protect their data in the cloud from loss and theft with information-theoretic security (ITS), i.e., verifiably against current and future quantum computer attacks. fragmentiX Storage Solutions was founded in July 2018 by Werner Strasser, who has been an entrepreneur and managing director of ProCom-Strasser GmbH for many years. In order to promote digital sovereignty and dignity as a human right, not only for companies and government organizations, but also for individuals, he began to develop and produce quantum-secure storage solutions in close cooperation with the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology. Further information: https://www.fragmentix.com

About AIT Austrian Institute of Technology

AIT Austrian Institute of Technology is Austria's largest non-university research institution and a highly specialised research and development partner for industry. At the Center for Digital Safety & Security, over 200 experts work on state-of-the-art information and communication technologies to ensure that our systems can be built and used in a highly secure and reliable manner in the context of comprehensive digitalisation and global networking. This technological expertise is used to address a variety of markets, including the semiconductor industry, the automotive sector, critical infrastructures such as energy grid and power plant operators, financial markets, and the security sector in the context of critical infrastructure protection, among many others. The Center has a recognised position in national and international innovation programs and is a key player in many European industry and research initiatives. Further information: http://www.ait.ac.at/dss