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We performed a comparison between DigiCert PKI Platform and Symantec Advanced Authentication based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"The most valuable feature is the communication based on PKI certificates.""I emphasize the importance of automation in Wi-Fi management, particularly in tasks such as certificate renewal. The requirement extends to the ability to generate new certificates from a local server within the data center. There is a need to establish a new server for local certificate issuance and highlights the desire for automation in the deployment process. The emphasis lies in leveraging automated solutions to streamline these operations effectively."

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"One of the most valuable aspects is its remarkable stability.""It tells us exactly what we want in terms of authentication to various applications and provides protection for users who access them.""One of the most valuable features of this solution is that it's a strong authentication solution that's able to integrate with applications.""Rules on Risk Authentication are very good."

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"The customer finds value in adopting a platform from Jira, particularly for the ease it brings to their processes, both for on-premises operations and batch processing. Their objective is to create a new customized server specifically designed for generating certificates. This server is intended for the generation of certificates, emphasizing that it is not meant for free domain replacement. The platform of choice for this purpose is Digital One, a product that offers full customization and aligns well with the customer's preference for tailored solutions.The process of certificate issuance from Microsoft's AB involves renewal or replacement every five years. However, an issue arises in that this particular certificate requires renewal annually instead of the standard five-year cycle. The challenge is attributed to personnel changes, where an administrator responsible for the process resigns within the five-year period. To address this, we seeks an automated solution that operates seamlessly with a single sign-on approach, eliminating the need for user IDs or passwords. The automation involves approval and subsequent deployment without complexities. Us, being a partner of DigiSet, relies on their implementer for support in service deployment, installation, and resolution of any issues that may arise.""From an automation perspective, PKI is a bit of a debatable topic and can be improved as time demands."

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"Urgent improvement is necessary to ensure that support responses are faster and more effective, aligning with the demands of MFA implementation.""Advanced Authentication talks about the Device ID. But how the device ID is captured, I want to know more about that.""This solution could be improved with risk-based authentication. I think that this product has everything that most customers are looking for, but modern technology has people looking for security tools with risk-based authentication, which they have a separate tool for. If they could integrate this, it would improve Symantec Advanced Authentication. They have to look at what's newly trending and how things are moving forward, and then adapt and adopt those features. Symantec's technical support should also be improved, in terms of response time.""We have seen quite a few issues with bugginess. It is indeed pretty buggy and we have had to install some fixes."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "This solution won't cost much, as this would be free with the licensing from Microsoft."
  • "I would rate it seven for the price."
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  • "There are eventually going to be implementation costs. Sometimes you're required to have custom code developments there, so that has to be part of the implementation price."
  • "The price is reasonable."
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    Top Answer:I emphasize the importance of automation in Wi-Fi management, particularly in tasks such as certificate renewal. The requirement extends to the ability to generate new certificates from a local server… more »
    Top Answer:The customer finds value in adopting a platform from Jira, particularly for the ease it brings to their processes, both for on-premises operations and batch processing. Their objective is to create a… more »
    Top Answer:One of the most valuable aspects is its remarkable stability.
    Top Answer:There has been a need for aggressive development to modernize the product and align it with contemporary security requirements. While the rebranding has been a step forward, further enhancements are… more »
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    Also Known As
    DigiCert PKI, Symantec Managed PKI Service
    CA Advanced Authentication, CA Strong Authentication, CA Risk Authentication, Arcot WebFort, Arcot RiskFort
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    Overview

    The smartest solution for simplifying user identity management for existing network access, directory services and business applications. DigiCert PKI Platform is the industry-leading solution that allows you to secure and manage all of your PKI applications from one place — no matter what solutions you have in place. Take control of and automate the certificate lifecycle for: Email, WiFi access points, Secure VPN, Mobile device management, Document Signing, Smart card login, Internet of things.

    CA Advanced Authentication provides a secure, user-convenient and cost-effective way to protect online and mobile applications. The solution consists of two components:  CA Risk Authentication allows the enterprise to silently and transparently collect data and assess risk based on device identification, location and user behavior, among other factors, and CA Strong Authentication provides a wide variety of software-based, two-factor authentication credentials and technology to make passwords more secure.  Together they enable an intelligent, layered security approach to protect user identities and organizational data.

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    Sample Customers
    paypal, verizon, cloudflare
    Global bank, Large Filipino Bank and SK Infosec
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization13%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Computer Software Company10%
    Energy/Utilities Company8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm25%
    Real Estate/Law Firm13%
    Comms Service Provider13%
    Computer Software Company11%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise67%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business22%
    Large Enterprise78%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business26%
    Midsize Enterprise6%
    Large Enterprise68%
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    DigiCert PKI Platform is ranked 10th in Authentication Systems with 2 reviews while Symantec Advanced Authentication is ranked 19th in Authentication Systems with 9 reviews. DigiCert PKI Platform is rated 9.6, while Symantec Advanced Authentication is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of DigiCert PKI Platform writes "Tailored to the lifecycle management needs of banks". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Symantec Advanced Authentication writes "Ensures robust security features and ease of deployment, although it may lack some of the more modern authentication options ". DigiCert PKI Platform is most compared with Venafi, Entrust Identity Enterprise, Yubico YubiKey, Fortinet FortiAuthenticator and AppViewX CERT+, whereas Symantec Advanced Authentication is most compared with OneSpan DIGIPASS, Thales Authenticators and Symantec VIP Access Manager.

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