Leading Georgia-based security manufacturer strengthens data protection with an expanded portfolio of SIA OSDP Verified access control products.
ZKTeco USA, together with its sister company Armatura, has announced that its latest line of access control products has earned OSDP Verified certification, reinforcing the company’s commitment to secure, interoperable access control solutions.
The updated list of OSDP Verified products includes EP Series access control readers, six Atlas Series controllers, three IO Boards, and four new access control panels scheduled for release in 2026. Certification is granted through a rigorous third-party testing program administered by the Security Industry Association (SIA), confirming compliance with the Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) standard and Secure Profile version 2.2.2.
Advancing Secure And Interoperable Access Control
OSDP verification has become increasingly critical as organizations transition away from legacy communication protocols. The certification ensures encrypted, bidirectional communication between access control readers and panels, significantly reducing the risk of data interception or system tampering.
“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.”
Pastor added that the certification enables customers to elevate their security posture by deploying access control products that meet stringent encryption and compliance requirements while remaining flexible across various system architectures.
Addressing Wiegand Vulnerabilities
“With a myriad of security vulnerabilities found with Wiegand, it’s extremely important that organizations 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Wiegand is associated with security vulnerabilities stemming from its reliance on outdated technology, which may compromise user safety.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 and Armatura continue to expand their OSDP-compliant portfolio as part of a broader effort to raise industry standards and deliver secure access control solutions worldwide.
ZKTeco USA is a global provider of biometric verification and access control technology headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company offers a broad portfolio including RFID and QR code readers, visitor management systems, advanced biometrics, turnstiles, and cloud-based access control through Cielo365.
ZKTeco USA solutions are deployed on over one million doors worldwide and distributed across more than 110 countries through a global reseller network.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What does OSDP Verified certification mean?
OSDP Verified certification confirms that a device complies with SIA’s Open Supervised Device Protocol standard, including secure, encrypted communication between readers and controllers.
2. Which ZKTeco products are OSDP Verified?
The certified portfolio includes EP Series readers, six Atlas Series controllers, three IO Boards, and four upcoming access control panels.
3. Why is OSDP more secure than Wiegand?
OSDP uses encrypted, bidirectional communication, while Wiegand lacks encryption and is vulnerable to interception and tampering.
4. Who provides OSDP verification?
OSDP verification is administered by the Security Industry Association (SIA) through a third-party testing program.
5. When will the new access control panels be available?
Four new OSDP Verified access control panels are scheduled for release in 2026.