IVA AVES-S Secure Remote Conferencing System

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IVA AVES-S is a secure and ultra-reliable remote conference system designed primarily for government departments and industry. It is suitable for holding closed meetings, exchanging confidential information, emergency video conferences in case of emergencies, hearing cases in court in the mode of remote presence of defendants, for telemedicine, monitoring technological processes.

The development of the system is carried out by a subsidiary of Rostec - Research Institute "Scale" and the HayTek Group of Companies.

The development allows you to organize secure conferences in a video format with full HD resolution. In addition, it allows you to exchange text messages in chat, work together on documents, conduct online surveys, demonstrate presentations, record conferences, while ensuring security during data transfer.

IVA AVES-S software is a fully domestic development. The cost of the platform compared to foreign competitors is approximately twice as low, while the price of IVA AVES-S is not tied to the exchange rate of foreign currencies.

Protection against external threats and intrusions provides a firewall with Kronos intrusion detection features. It is deployed on the TSP (Telecom Server Platform), which can use domestic (Elbrus, Baikal) or foreign (Intel) processors without replacing the rest of the components.

The Russian product IVA AVES-S is not burdened with licensing agreements with foreign vendors, has the status of a "trusted" development (availability of MO and FSTEC certificates) and is compatible with existing IT infrastructures of enterprises and government agencies.

2021

IVA Connect Desktop Messenger Integration Plan

Automatics Concern September 22, 2021 announced that together with the Scientific and Technical Center High tech"" until the end of 2021 will provide integration messenger IVA Connect Desktop with an updated version of the platform protected IVA video conferencings AVES S. The main feature is the ability to instantly exchange. information

Developers will ensure the use of the enterprise messenger as an application on a PC. IVA Connect Desktop allows you to share information including voice calls, videos, slides, presentations, and documents. IVA Connect Desktop allows you to participate in video conferences and webinars from the application, create personal and group calls from a chat with the ability to demonstrate your desktop and share files of various formats, manage a list of contacts, and plan events. At the same time, communication devices are integrated into a single communication environment.

The pandemic and its limitations have accelerated the development of instant messaging systems. However, the messengers presented for September 2021 on the market do not meet the requirements of information security for organizations such as defense industry enterprises, government agencies, financial institutions, research and design bureaus. The messenger, used in conjunction with the already proven IVA AVES S platform, is a comprehensive corporate tool that will allow such organizations to discuss working issues and make decisions without losing speed and reducing information security, "said Andrei Motorko, general director of the Automatics Concern.

In the updated version of IVA AVES S, users are waiting for a convenient design, which is designed to ensure the most comfortable work with the application. The system, as before, will be adapted for mobile devices on Android and iOS and PCs on OCWindows, MacOS and Astra Linux.

Inclusion in the unified register of Russian programs

On April 7, 2021 Automatics Concern , he announced that server video conferencings the IVA AVES software was included in the ERRP on the basis of order Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Communications of the Russian Federation No. 151 of March 15, 2021 "On the formation and maintenance of unified register of Russian programs a electronic computing machines databases single register of programs for electronic computers and databases from states member countries, Eurasian Economic Union with the exception of." RUSSIAN FEDERATION

The events of 2020 have increased interest in videoconferencing systems, since in conditions of self-isolation they have become the main means of communication in many companies. The IVA AVES video conferencing software server is a completely Russian development, and it has the ability to integrate with equipment from other manufacturers, for example, Cisco, Avaya, Polycom. The use of Scale Research Institute systems will allow state corporations and industrial enterprises to implement import substitution policy requirements, avoid sanction risks, and also reduce IT infrastructure costs. Every day, interest in the unified communications systems of the Automatics Concern is growing markedly and the company is able to meet the needs of most customers, "comments Pavel Smirnov, General Director of Scale Research Institute JSC.

Inclusion in the TORP register

On March 1, 2021, Avtomatika Concern announced that according to order Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia No. 302 of February 1, 2021, " to telecommunication On assigning the RUSSIAN FEDERATION status of telecommunications equipment of Russian origin to equipment manufactured on the territory" was confirmed for status of telecommunications equipment of Russian origin (TPS) IVA servers video conferencings AVES. The solution developed by JSC, Research Institute "Scale" which is part Automatics Concern of the State Corporation, Rostec is a universal hardware and software platform for organizing multi-point video conferences with Full HD resolution.

The status of Russian origin confirms that videoconferencing from JSC "Research Institute" Scale "meets all the requirements of order No. 1032/397 of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia.

The IVA AVES videoconferencing server provides users (including those geographically remote from each other) with access to unified communications services. The program provides polls and voting, personal and group chats, file sharing and storage, translation of desktop and media content, event recording and other functions. In addition, IVA AVES has the ability to organize a Web broadcast of a video conference.

The presence of IVA AVES and Kronos Firewall in the register of electronic products according to Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 878 will allow the Institute to gain an advantage when participating in procurement tenders held by state customers and companies as part of 44-FZ and falling under the PP of the Russian Federation No. 2014 from 13.12.2020. and 223-FZ. I note that it is also important for customers that the development of Automatics Concern products, their warranty and post-warranty services are carried out on the territory of the Russian Federation, "comments Pavel Smirnov, general director of the Scale Research Institute.

2020

IVA AVES S as part of a single digital space for educational institutions from Rostec

June 25, 2020 it became known that Automatics Concern Rostec State Corporation he presented a comprehensive solution for organizing a digital educational space. It consists of a system Video conferencing and platform for creating virtual desktops, which allows you to remotely access all the necessary data for training. The development is already used in test mode to protect graduate work TO RGGM St. Petersburg at the university and. ITMO More. here

Obtaining FSTEC certificate

The software of the protected videoconferencing systems of JSC NII Scale of the Automatics Concern of Rostec State Corporation received a certificate through the Federal Service for Technical and Export Control (FSTEC). This was announced on May 8, 2020 by Automatics Concern.

The domestic solution for videoconferencing (VKS) from the Research Institute "Scale" and the technological partner of STC "HayTek" has proven itself in the market and is actively used in business, public administration and other fields. The professional video communication system allows you to work in both open and protected mode.

The State imposes special requirements on software and hardware used in authorities, institutions and enterprises. In particular, this is the protection of information from unauthorized access (NSD), undeclared capabilities (NDV), the reliability and controllability of the system, and the protection of personal data. Receiving a certificate through FSTEC indicates that the software of our video conferencing systems meets all the necessary requirements for special customers, "said Vladimir Kabanov, General Director of Automatics Concern.

IVA AVES S and IVA LARGO, which form the basis of the VKS system, guarantee data protection, the absence of undeclared capabilities ("bookmarks"), stability and continuity of communication.

JSC "Research Institute" Scale "Concern" Automatics "supports and develops trusted products within the framework of the government import substitution program, this is confirmed by the presence of IVA AVES S and IVA LARGO products in the unified register of Russian programs for electronic computers and databases (ERRP).

2019

Obtaining a certificate of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian federation

On November 5, 2019, Rostec announced that the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation certified the IVA AVES S secure video conference system and the IVA LARGO video terminal manufactured by the Automatics Concern. The certificate confirms the compliance of this technique with all the requirements of special customers in the field of information security, including the protection of information with the label "top secret." Both developments are entirely domestic.

IVA AVES S secure video conference system is a joint development of the Scale Research Institute of Automatics Concern and HayTek Group of Companies. In conjunction with third-party cryptographic information protection, the solution allows users to maintain stable, secure video and audio conferencing, as well as exchange text messages and files, regardless of their location and the subscriber equipment used: personal computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone.

Thanks to its characteristics, the IVA AVES S video conference system can completely replace foreign counterparts such as Polycom RMX, Cisco MCU, Avaya in Russian power departments. At the same time, the transition to a domestic solution does not require large one-time costs. The software development platform of the Research Institute "Scale" is fully compatible with video conference systems of foreign manufacturers, so customers can replace gradually, said the executive director of Rostec Oleg Yevtushenko

The IVA AVES S video conference system has a wide range of functionality. The interface allows you to configure audio and video sources, broadcast quality, manage the contact base and event calendar. The IVA AVES S certified version supports the auto call function and event time limits. In addition, the system allows you to create file stores to share information with individual groups of users. The IVA LARGO video terminal is controlled via a clear graphical interface using a remote control and is capable of adjusting to the characteristics of the available communication channel. It automatically changes the resolution of the image to a higher resolution when there is a high-quality communication channel.

The use of foreign solutions in the infrastructure of state organizations and departments carries the risk of unauthorized access to confidential information. Automatics Group is ready to offer its customers certified domestic products to provide video conference calls that are fully verified and protected from cyber attacks, commented by Vladimir Kabanov, General Director of Automatics Concern

IVA AVES S 2.4: Compatibility with VKS of various manufacturers. IVA Largo version 579

On September 10, 2019, Automatics Concern of Rostec State Corporation announced the launch of updated versions of IVA AVES S secure video conferencing system (ZVKS) and IVA Largo secure video conferencing terminal.

The updated IVA AVES S secure video conferencing system (version 2.4) provides communications for managers and employees regardless of their location and the subscriber equipment used (personal computer, laptop, tablet, smartphone).

In version 2.4 of the system, the functionality of working with content has been improved, an auto call has been added (in case of a connection break), support for a strict time limit for the event has been added, it has become possible to create a list of events for quick search and other functions for business.

The refinement of technical characteristics made it possible to achieve full compatibility of the software development platform of the Scale Research Institute with the VKS of various manufacturers, which gives customers the opportunity to smoothly switch to domestic solutions. IVA IVA AVES S solution is also tested for compatibility with video conferencing equipment - video terminals Yealink and LifeSize.

In general, AVES S version 2.4 is a tool for creating VKS sessions that does not require additional feature programming.

In addition to this decision, the IVA Largo protected video conferencing video terminal (version 579) was announced. This system is controlled via an intuitive graphical interface using a remote control. Using IVA Largo saves time and money - meetings can be held directly from the manager's workplace, without the need for travel and separation from the workflow.

According to the information, the communication quality of IVA Largo has become even more stable due to the ability to adapt to the characteristics of the available communication channel: to change the image resolution to higher in the case of higher communication quality and lower when the communication quality is worse.

In addition to the high degree of information protection and the availability of a full set of certificates, the updated versions of IVA AVES S and IVA Largo allow us to expand the range of server and user equipment compatible with them, which allows us to offer comprehensive solutions and expand the range of our customers, "said Vladimir Kabanov, General Director of Automatics Concern.

Announcement of the development of the domestic analogue Skype for Business

On February 1, 2019, Rostec announced that the Automatics concern had developed a comprehensive system of unified online communications for business. Group development is a solution for B2B and B2G markets, which can be an alternative to Skype for Business. By the end of 2019, the concern will conclude contracts for the supply of the system totaling more than a quarter of a billion rubles. In 2020, it is planned to double these indicators.

The development of IVA AVES-S allows you to organize protected video format conference with Full HD resolution. In addition, it provides the opportunity to exchange text messages in chat, work together on documents, conduct online surveys, presentations, record conferences, while ensuring safety transmission. data A comprehensive solution as of February 1, 2019 is used in Rostec and at the enterprises of the Radioelectronic Cluster of the State Corporation for organizing online meetings.

author '= Vladimir Kabanov, CEO of Automatics Concern The development of our "Research Institute Scale" is 100% domestic and has the status of trusted equipment. The system has a complete set of certificates, is a good solution on the market in terms of price and quality. Interest in unified online communication systems in the market is growing rapidly, and we continue to develop this area of ​ ​ development.

Among the key potential buyers in the Concern "Automatics" are the state authorities, power structures, state corporations and telecom operators, since the development allows you to conduct the most secure communications. The system can be used for closed meetings, exchange of confidential information, emergency videoconferences in case of emergency, court hearings in the remote presence of defendants, for telemedicine, monitoring of technological processes.

The system consists of the IVA AVES multi-point video conference server and its modification for organizing IVA AVES S secure video conference, IVA LARGO hardware and software codecs and mobile client applications. The software can be deployed in a private or enterprise cloud. IVA AVES and IVA AVES S servers are already mass-produced.

IVA LARGO hardware and software codecs, depending on the modification, allow you to work with information with the label up to and including "top secret." Their production as of February 2019 was mastered at the enterprises of the concern. For a wide range of consumers, IVA LARGO will be introduced in the second quarter of 2019.

Included mobile client applications for Android and iOS are available on Google Play and AppStore. Software clients for Windows and Linux operating systems are also in the process of development. Their estimated deadline for entering the market is the end of 2019. In addition, a solution based on WebRTC technology is proposed.

2018

Demonstrate IVA AVES-S DDoS protection capabilities

In the show room of the Concern "Automation" was a demonstration of the capabilities of the cybersecurity video conferencing system IVA AVES-S. In front of potential customers, a series of massive DDoS attacks on the system was carried out, as well as situations of failure of network equipment and servers were modeled. However, IVA AVES-S demonstrated "survivability," preserving the full operability of all services, reported July 5, 2018 in Rostec.

The IVAAVES-S system is a universal software and hardware platform for organizing multi-point secure video conferencing with full HD resolution. Unlike Skype, which is focused on the mass user, the potential consumer of the IVA AVES-S system is the state, industry, large corporate customers who make increased requirements for information security, explained in the state corporation.

During the demonstration, DDoS attacks were carried out both from inside the system and from outside. The final step was the complete planned failure of the servers of the hardware and software complex. However, the system automatically migrated to available servers and remained fully operational without deteriorating communication characteristics, the video conferencing session was not interrupted during hacker attacks.

The system is aimed primarily at customers in the field of public administration, strategic industries, corporate customers interested in protecting confidential information. AVES-S IVA development eliminates the risk of system interference or information theft. As a model, we used the situation that occurred in March this year, when more than 370 telecom operators in Russia and the CIS experienced problems due to the deliberate generation of abnormal traffic. According to the results of testing, our development demonstrated the full operability of the network without service degradation and signal loss, "said Vladimir Kabanov, Deputy General Director for Complex Projects of Automatics Concern JSC.

Demonstration of the domestic analogue Skype

In June 2018, the Digital Industry of Industrial Russia conference demonstrated the capabilities of the first domestic unified communication system - the domestic analogue Skype - with a high level of information security. At the stand of the electronic cluster of the State Corporation Rostec, a direct video conference session was held between Innopolis, where the TSIP was held, and St. Petersburg.