ZKTeco USA, along with its sister company Armatura, has announced that its latest line of access control products have received the Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) Verification.
This verification aims to enhance data security for consumers using biometric verification and access control technology. The newly released list includes the EP series of access control readers, six Atlas series controllers, three IO Boards, and four access control panels that are slated for release in 2026.
OSDP verification significance
Being OSDP Verified has become increasingly important, requiring a rigorous testing program that assesses whether devices meet the OSDP standard. This third-party validation from the Security Industry Association (SIA) confirms compliance with OSDP standards and its Secure profile, as outlined in version 2.2.2 of the protocol.
Esteban Pastor, Product Manager at ZKTeco USA, emphasises the company's commitment to data security. "When it comes to access control, it’s all about keeping our customers’ data secure at all times; as what good is security if your own devices are not secure," says Pastor.
Addressing security vulnerabilities
ZKTeco USA's OSDP Verified status also helps address recognised vulnerabilities
ZKTeco USA's OSDP Verified status also helps address recognised vulnerabilities associated with the older Wiegand technology, which lacks encryption and is susceptible to hacking and tampering. Pastor notes, "With a myriad of security vulnerabilities found with Wiegand, it’s extremely important that organisations look for manufacturers that are OSDP Verified. This ensures that data is secure when encrypted from the access control reader back to the panel."
The company’s OSDP Verified products reflect a commitment to high-security and interoperability. Pastor adds, "We are proud to offer customers a way to elevate their security with our commitment to high-security and interoperability among readers and controllers. Our products have undergone testing to ensure they conform to the SIA OSDP standards, and we look forward to helping our customers better protect their data."
ZKTeco USA and Armatura continue to prioritise enhancing access control technology and adhering to OSDP standards to promote a more secure environment for all users.
ZKTeco USA, a provider of biometric verification and access control technology, announces, along with its sister company Armatura, that its latest line of access control products are OSDP Verified and can help customers improve data security.
The company’s newly released list of OSDP Verified products includes the EP series of access control readers, six Atlas series controllers, three IO Boards, and four new access control panels scheduled for release in 2026. The importance of being OSDP Verified has intensified over the years, and it involves a comprehensive testing program that verifies whether a device conforms to the Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) standard.
Comprehensive testing program
This achievement is a testament to ZKTeco’s unwavering philosophy as a forward-thinking company at the forefront of security. “When it comes to access control, it’s all about keeping our customers’ data secure at all times; as what good is security if your own devices are not secure,” states Esteban Pastor, Product Manager at ZKTeco USA.
This third-party validation from the Security Industry Association (SIA) confirms stringent adherence to the Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) standard and its Secure profile, as specified in version 2.2.2.
Security vulnerabilities stemming
“We are proud to offer customers a way to elevate their security with our commitment to high-security and interoperability among readers and controllers,” says Pastor. “Our products have undergone testing to ensure they conform to the SIA OSDP standards, and we look forward to helping our customers better protect their data.”
“With a myriad of security vulnerabilities found with Wiegand, it’s extremely important that organisations look for manufacturers that are OSDP Verified,” states Pastor. “This ensures that data is secure when encrypted from the access control reader back to the panel.”
Wiegand is associated with security vulnerabilities stemming from its reliance on outdated technology, which may compromise user safety. A major vulnerability found is the lack of encryption, which makes it extremely easy for a perpetrator to hack or tamper with the access control system. ZKTeco USA & Armatura continue to raise the bar on access control technology and understands the importance of complying with OSDP standards to help create a more secure world for all.
