Espionage: Protecting American Innovation in Cyberspace

Espionage: Protecting American Innovation in Cyberspace

21st Century Espionage - Going beyond Cyber, Locks & Alarms

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ASTIC Signals Defenses Technology Tested and Proven By Federal Government Now Available For Personal and Business Privacy

As wireless devices make data access and exchange more convenient, the potential for hackers to steal wireless signals with simple eavesdropping devices is greater than ever. To address this growing risk, Signal Defense Security Film, a high-tech clear window film for businesses and high net-worth individuals looking to secure and protect the confidentiality of their wireless and other "free-space" electronic communications. The film is ideally suited for industries where securing confidential information and protecting data is paramount - such as retail, healthcare, and the financial services industry.

Patented technology built into ASTIC Signal Defense (ASD) film reduces electronic signal leakage through windows, a building's point of least resistance, by serving as a transparent barrier that allows light to pass through, while minimizing transmission of wireless (WiFi), radio frequency (RF), and other electronic signals.

Over the past several years, ASD has manufactured this high-tech, patented window film for the federal government. The film has been installed on more than 600 buildings within various federal agencies, including the Department of Defense, Department of the Treasury, and Department of State, as well as at facilities within the executive branch and at residences of senior government officials.

"With the proliferation of mobile communications technologies like cell phones, PDA's, Bluetooth devices and Wi-Fi enabled laptops, the airwaves are more flooded than ever with sensitive and confidential information, creating a prime threat for businesses of all sizes," said Arthur Money, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense for Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence. "Surprisingly, while businesses spend millions on computer and IT network security, they underestimate the risk of electronic signals from cell phones, wireless networks, computer terminals, and other devices 'leaking' information through the windows of their building."

According to Money, all electronic devices broadcast RF signals, whether intentionally (cell phones, wireless microphones) or unintentionally (computer screens, hard drives, etc). And whether or not the information is encrypted, it provides a convenient path for information to easily leak out of businesses and homes, making it available to competitors and hackers.

In fact, with a wireless-enabled laptop antenna and some relatively inexpensive electronics, hackers can easily steal wireless and other RF signals. In addition, acoustic signals from conversations and computer keystrokes can be stolen using more sophisticated equipment, such as infrared or laser microphones, from hundreds of yards away.

In addition to effectively reducing RF signal leakage, one version of the window film is designed to eliminate glass fragmentation and has been blast-tested to government standards, enabling windows to withstand significant impact from the outside, keeping employees safe on the inside.

 Developed in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Defense and ASTIC Signals Defenses, the film uses a patented combination of metal and metal oxide layers to reduce the signal strength across the entire electromagnetic spectrum.

The AIA 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition

ASTIC Signals Defenses®, LLC (ASD), the leader in converting office space into a Secure Work Environment including wireless protection, will be demonstrating at AIA National Convention & Design Expo May 17-19, 2012, Booth Number 224.  AIA will be held at the Washington Convention Center, Washington DC.

ASD will demonstrate key components of the Secure Work Environment, including glazing systems providing eavesdropping protection, wireless signal security, visual protection, ballistic and forced entry, energy conservation with decorative aesthetics.  (SD Films, glass, polycarbonate, polarized, switchable, variable tint, custom layups available for total and directional visual privacy and energy conservation. 

 SD1000   SD101     SD2500    SD2510
 

Convention & Expo Hours

Thursday, May 17, 2012:               10am – 4pm    Dedicated Expo Hours:  10am – 2pm

Friday, May 18, 2012:                      10am – 4pm    Dedicated Expo Hours:  10am – 2pm

Saturday, May 19, 2012:                10am – 2pm    Dedicated Expo Hours:  10am – 2pm          

AIA website:  www.aia.org

ASTIC Signals Defenses website:  www.astic.com

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Signals Defenses, LLC Products Pricing has been updated on GSA

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