How does BackStopp work?

Backstopp allows organisations and individuals to ensure the secure deletion of data and files on any PC or Laptop that is lost or stolen utilising either the GSM (mobile) network, Internet or RFID.

 

As soon as you realise your laptop is stolen, either notify your Backstopp operator or login to the BackStopp Control Panel. Upon receiving a secure decommission message all data on the lost or stolen device will be destroyed using US Department of Defence standards.

 

A detailed report allows the operator to see what data was destroyed, the device’s last known location and even the possibility of a photo of the culprit.

Key features

Hosted BackStopp is a securely hosted solution so there is no expensive server side software or databases to install or maintain. Should your device become lost or stolen simply logon to the BackStopp web console at www.BackStopp.com.



GSM BackStopp can utilise the mobile GSM network to decommission your lost or stolen devices. This means BackStopp can locate and decommission data on your stolen laptop even if it is never connected to the internet. In GSM mode the decommission instruction is immediately sent to the stolen laptop.

When booted, the GSM card intercepts the decommission instruction and securely deletes the specified data on the laptop. All this happens before the machine is logged on and is invisible to the user. BackStopp's GSM functionality can be utilised on laptops with built-in GSM chips or through 3G USB Modems.




Internet BackStopp can be used on any laptop which accesses the internet so no new hardware is required. When utilising the internet the Backstopp client informs the Backstopp servers that it is available and checks for decommission instruction. If there is a decommission instruction, Backstopp securely deletes all specified data on that machine. This can be carried out before the computer is logged on.


RFID BackStopp can utilise RFID tags and readers to perform an automatic data decommission without any administration intervention. Each computer is tagged with an RFID chip and communicates with RFID readers throughout the organisation. While the computer is in range of a valid RFID reader the machine operates as normal. If the machine is moved out of range of the readers the data is securely deleted from the machine with no intervention required.

Secure delete Erasing data using the operating system API is not a sufficient defence against identify theft or corporate sabotage professionals. Operating systems merely mark the appropriate parts of the disk as free in the file allocation table leaving the actual data on the disk. BackStopp uses file deletion patterns detailed in the US Department of Defence’s National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (US DoD 5220-22.M), ensuring decommission data can not be retrieved.

Culprit identification BackStopp’s unique culprit identification capability utilises front facing cameras that are integrated into many laptop lids. A photo possibility identifying the culprit is included in the BackStopp Decommission report. Coupled with GSM triangulation and positioning Backstopp provides powerful tools for law enforcement agencies to retrieve the property, apprehend the thief and achieve a successful prosecution.

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