Media Alert: Check Point's ZoneAlarm Extreme Security Protects Against Vulnerability

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced that ZoneAlarm® Extreme Security protects consumers against the zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE). Check Point customers are preemptively protected from the unpatched threat that if exploited causes the browser to crash and leave systems vulnerable.

Also known as "Summoner," the still unpatched vulnerability can occur when Internet Explorer tries to access an object that has been deleted (or "summoned from the dead"). Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will crash the browser, and may allow execution of arbitrary code on the vulnerable system. Such arbitrary code execution can lead to a variety of possible consequences such as the transmission of spyware and viruses that can lead to identity theft and silent takeover of the victim's computer. To trigger the issue, an attacker may create a malicious web page that will cause IE to exit unexpectedly, leaving a given system vulnerable. The flaw affects widely used IE6 and IE7 running on Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 and on Microsoft Windows 2000 SPT4 systems.

"Once again, Check Point's unique technology offers preemptive protection against new attacks that bypass traditional security suites," said Bari Abdul, vice president of consumer sales. "By placing a two-way 'bubble of security' around the browser, ZoneAlarm Extreme Security with virtualization technology, stops the download of malicious programs onto the victim's PC, delivering the highest level of protection needed to defend against constantly evolving Web-based threats."

ZoneAlarm Extreme Security successfully prevents against these types of attacks from damaging users' PCs or stealing their information through its unique virtualization technology. This technology, first introduced in ZoneAlarm ForceField, is able to identify any downloads that the user doesn't know about or invite. It redirects unwanted malware to a "sandbox" where it remains trapped and cannot harm the operating system. Although products with anti-virus can stop currently known attack vectors that exploit this latest Microsoft IE vulnerability, it still leaves the user exposed to new strains. Check Point delivers anti-virus protection and then goes further with browser security technology that completely stops this threat at the source, blocking not yet known strains and attack vectors. For more information or to download ZoneAlarm Extreme Security please visit: http://www.zonealarm.com/security/en-us/zonealarm-extreme-security.htm.

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Check Point IPS and Endpoint Security Solutions Preemptively Protect Businesses

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced users of Check Point Security Gateway R70, VPN-1® R65, VPN-1 VSX R65, InterSpect®, IPS and Endpoint Security WebCheck products are protected against the zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE). Check Point customers are preemptively protected from the unpatched threat that if exploited causes the browser to crash and leave systems vulnerable.

Also known as "Summoner," the still unpatched vulnerability can occur when IE tries to access an object that has been deleted (or "summoned from the dead"). To trigger the issue, an attacker may create a malicious web page that will cause IE to exit unexpectedly, leaving a system vulnerable and allowing a hacker to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system. The flaw affects widely used IE6 and IE7 running on Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 and on Microsoft Windows 2000 SPT4 systems.

Check Point IPS and Endpoint Security solutions detect and block HTML pages attempting to exploit this vulnerability. Customers using the IPS Software Blade in Security Gateway R70, VPN-1 R65, VPN-1 VSX R65, InterSpect, and Endpoint Security WebCheck solutions are preemptively protected and require no system updates to address the threat. At the time of this writing, there is no patch available from Microsoft. Check Point has provided preemptive protection against exploits that use this vulnerability since November of 2006.

Check Point IPS and Endpoint Security solutions provide intrusion prevention capabilities available on dedicated platforms or integrated into Check Point gateways and are continuously updated by Check Point’s services. Check Point provides real-time updates and configuration advisories for defenses and security policies. Check Point protections are developed and distributed by Security Research and Response Centers located around the globe.

Based on the Software Blade architecture, Check Point IPS Software Blade provides complete in-line firewall intrusion prevention capabilities at multi-gigabit speeds, with preemptive threat coverage for clients, servers, OS from vulnerabilities, malware/worm infections, and more. Software Blades are independent and flexible security modules that enable companies to select the functions they need to build a custom Check Point Security Gateway. For additional information on Check Point IPS products, visit: http://www.checkpoint.com/products/softwareblades/intrusion-prevention-system.html.

Check Point Endpoint Security WebCheck successfully protects against zero-day vulnerabilities, drive-by downloads and other Web-based threats from damaging end-users’ PCs . WebCheck patent-pending virtualization technology redirects the Web attacks to a "sandbox" where it remains trapped and cannot harm the operating system. More information on Check Point WebCheck can be found at: www.checkpoint.com/webcheck.

More information about the new vulnerability and Check Point protections can be found at: http://www.checkpoint.com/defense/advisories/public/2009/cpai-24-Nov.html.

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Check Point Software Announces Participation in Investor Conferences

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. , the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced the company’s expected investor conference participation for the fourth quarter of 2009. Events include:

* FBR Capital Markets Fall Investor Conference
December 1, 2009 – New York, NY
* Credit Suisse Annual Technology Conference
December 2, 2009 – Scottsdale, AZ
* Barclays Global Technology Conference
December 8, 2009 – San Francisco, CA

Members of Check Point's management team will present at the conference and will discuss the latest company strategies and initiatives. Check Point’s conference presentations are expected to be available via webcast at the company's web site. To view these presentations and access the most updated information on presenters and the schedule, please visit the Investor Relations section of the company's web site at http://www.checkpoint.com/ir. The schedule is subject to change.

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Check Point to Add Security Controls for Over 50,000 Applications

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced it will add security controls for over 50,000 Web 2.0 widgets and more than 4,500 Internet applications. The addition is a result of the acquisition of the industry’s most comprehensive application classification and signature database from FaceTime Communications.

New developments from Check Point combined with the acquired technologies will provide businesses unparalleled granular control over application usage and enable security administrators to prevent threats associated with the use of certain Internet applications. Check Point will offer this new level of security controls as a Software Blade that will be available for all gateways.

“I’m pleased to announce today’s acquisition. This will allow us to continue to elevate the level of Internet security and strengthen our market and technology leadership,” said Gil Shwed, chairman and chief executive officer at Check Point. “As the Internet and its use evolved, Check Point has ensured businesses remain securely connected. This granular application control will enable better use of Web 2.0 technologies safely and securely.”

“Acquiring FaceTime’s application database allows Check Point to create a solution, which enables enterprises to monitor, control and diffuse network traffic, including those from Web 2.0 applications,” said Charles Kolodgy, research director for Security Products at IDC. “This development reinforces Check Point’s leading-edge in the industry and takes the firewall beyond just providing security.”

“We are continuing to re-invent the Internet firewall,” continued Shwed. “Adding the world’s largest application classification database is a natural extension of our Software Blade architecture, demonstrating the power of our architecture and solution.”

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Check Point IPS Products Protect Businesses Against Windows 7 Vulnerability

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced users of Check Point Security Gateway R70, VPN-1® R65, VPN-1 VSX R65 and IPS products protect against denial-of-service vulnerabilities in the Microsoft Server Message Block (SMB) protocol. Check Point customers gain immediate protection against the exploit, which causes an affected system to stop responding until manually restarted.

The new Windows 7 vulnerability is due to an error in the Microsoft SMB implementation that fails to sufficiently validate all fields when parsing specially crafted packets. The SMB Protocol is a network file sharing protocol that is implemented in Microsoft Windows. A remote attacker may exploit this vulnerability and a denial of service condition on the target system.

Check Point IPS solutions provide intrusion prevention capabilities available on dedicated platforms or integrated into Check Point gateways by detecting and blocking malformed SMB packets. Check Point IPS products are supported by Check Point’s update services, which provide ongoing and real-time updates and configuration advisories for defenses and security policies. Check Point protections are developed and distributed by Security Research and Response Centers located around the globe.

Based on the Software Blade architecture, Check Point IPS Software Blade provides complete, integrated, next generation firewall intrusion prevention capabilities at multi-gigabit speeds, with preemptive threat coverage for clients, servers, OS and other vulnerabilities, malware/worm infections, and more. Software Blades are independent and flexible security modules that enable companies to select the functions they need to build a custom Check Point Security Gateway.

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Check Point Awarded International Common Criteria EAL4 Certification

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced Check Point Endpoint Security™ Full Disk Encryption, Pointsec® PC 6.3.1 has received Common Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level 4 (EAL4) certification from the National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP). Government agencies and security-conscious enterprises that require EAL4 certification can now benefit from the data protection Full Disk Encryption offers.

Full Disk Encryption provides the highest level of data security for laptops and PCs through a combination of pre-boot authentication and strong encryption algorithms. The solution can be deployed independently or as part of Check Point Endpoint Security, the first and only single agent that combines all the critical components for total security on the endpoint.

EAL4 certification is the highest standard level existing encryption products can receive, and indicates the product has passed a long and stringent evaluation process. The International Standard Organization initially adopted Common Criteria and uses EAL levels as global standards. EAL4 certification provides assurance to government agencies, and any organization protecting mission critical assets, that Check Point security solutions meet or exceed strict criteria. Many government agencies require data security solutions to have at the minimum EAL4 certification.

“Information on endpoint devices is most vulnerable to theft or loss, so to achieve complete protection, it’s essential that an organization’s endpoint security solution include data encryption,” said Ben Khoushy, vice president of endpoint products at Check Point. “EAL4 certification not only allows additional government entities to benefit from Check Point’s leading data encryption solutions, but also objectively validates the overall design and functionality of Check Point endpoint solutions. Full Disk Encryption ensures data remains protected, regulatory requirements are met and the organization’s reputation stays intact.”

In addition to Full Disk Encryption for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux based computers, Check Point offers customers port and removable media protection through Check Point Media Encryption and mobile phone encryption through Pointsec Mobile. Check Point encryption products are quick and simple to deploy, scale to any size organization, are proven in many industry and government deployments around the world, and support the broadest set of platforms.

EAL4 certification for Full Disk Encryption is the latest of many industry standards Check Point products consistently meet. More information on third-party certifications received by Check Point can be found at: www.checkpoint.com/products/certifications/.

“Through Check Point, customers benefit from the industry’s most secure security solutions, as demonstrated by Check Point’s ability to consistently meet stringent industry certifications,” concluded Khoushy.

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Check Point Positioned in the Leaders Quadrant

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced that Gartner, Inc. has placed Check Point in the leaders quadrant in the research company’s recent Magic Quadrant for Mobile Data Protection.1

“We believe Check Point’s leader position reflects our strong vision and execution in delivering to businesses secure and simple to use data protection solutions,” said Juliette Sultan, head of global marketing at Check Point. “Check Point data encryption products are preferred by companies across the globe because of the products’ scalability, ease of deployment, and unified management and client with endpoint security.”

In addition to Full Disk Encryption for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux based computers, Check Point offers customers port and removable media protection through Check Point Media Encryption and mobile phone encryption. The solutions can be deployed independently or as part of Check Point Endpoint Security, the first and only single agent that combines all the critical components for total security on the endpoint. Check Point encryption products are quick and simple to deploy, scale to any size organization, are proven in many industry and government deployments around the world, and support the broadest set of platforms.

According to Gartner, “Leaders have products that work well for Gartner clients in small and large deployments. They have long-term road maps that follow and/or influence Gartner's vision of the developing needs of buyers in the market. Leaders make their competitors' sales staffs nervous and force competitors' technical staffs to follow their lead. Their MDP products are well-known to clients, and they are frequently found on RFP shortlists.”

“Check Point data security products assure businesses that their information is secure,” said Alberto Dosal, president and chief executive officer at Compuquip Technologies. “In addition to industry-leading encryption capabilities, Check Point’s solutions require minimal administration and end-user involvement, thereby reducing operational costs for customers.”

Check Point’s Mobile Data Protection leader position is based on an evaluation of completeness of vision and ability to execute. Magic Quadrant Research is a qualitative evaluation of a set of vendors in a specific market.

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Check Point Software Reports Record Financial Results for the Third Quarter 2009

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced record financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009.

“I am proud of our ability to execute and deliver all-time record results across key metrics for the quarter. Our revenues came in at the high-end of our projections, with 17 percent growth, while non-GAAP earnings per share were $0.52, representing 19% growth, and exceeded our projections. This is particularly encouraging given the state of the economy and the weakness of the US dollar” said Gil Shwed, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Check Point, “Operationally, we performed well across all regions, with Asia Pacific having a particularly good quarter. We also continued to realize further synergies from our recent acquisition, which helped us to achieve these results and deliver non-GAAP operating margin of 55%.”

Financial Highlights for the Third Quarter of 2009

* Total Revenues: $233.6 million, an increase of 17 percent compared to $199.7 million in the third quarter of 2008.
* GAAP Operating Income: $105.5 million, an increase of 17 percent compared to $90.4 million in the third quarter of 2008. The GAAP operating income in the third quarter of 2009 included amortization of intangible assets in the amount of $5.4 million related to the Nokia security business acquisition.
* Non-GAAP1 Operating Income: $127.5 million, an increase of 20 percent compared to $106.2 million in the third quarter of 2008. Non-GAAP operating margin was 55 percent, compared to 53 percent in the third quarter of 2008, and 52 percent during the second quarter of 2009.
* GAAP Net Income and Earnings per Diluted Share: GAAP net income was $91.5 million, an increase of 14 percent compared to $80.1 million in the third quarter of 2008. GAAP earnings per diluted share were $0.43, an increase of 17 percent compared to $0.37 in the third quarter of 2008. GAAP net income in the third quarter of 2009 included amortization of intangible assets in the amount of $5.4 million (which represented $0.03 in GAAP earnings per diluted share) related to the Nokia security business acquisition. Net of taxes, these charges totaled $5.1 million ($0.02 per diluted share).
* Non-GAAP1 Net Income and Earnings per Diluted Share: Non-GAAP net income was $109.5 million, an increase of 16 percent compared to $94.2 million in the third quarter of 2008, and non-GAAP EPS was $0.52, an increase of 19 percent compared to $0.44 in the third quarter of 2008.
* Deferred Revenues: As of September 30, 2009, we had deferred revenue of $360.1 million, an increase of 32 percent compared to $272.9 as of September 30, 2008.
* Cash Flow: Cash flow from operations was $126.1 million, an increase of 10 percent compared to $115.1 million in the third quarter of 2008. We had $1,736.2 million in cash and investments as of September 30, 2009.
* Share Repurchase Program: During the third quarter of 2009, we repurchased 1.8 million shares at a total cost of $50 million.

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Check Point Adds Windows 7 OS Support to Endpoint Security

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced Windows 7 Microsoft operating system support for Check Point Endpoint Security™, the first and only single agent that combines all the critical components for total security on the endpoint. Businesses with a mixed environment of Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 based desktops and laptops gain through Endpoint Security a single, common centrally managed solution.

Check Point Endpoint Security provides businesses comprehensive endpoint security with over 10 integrated security capabilities, and is the only solution to include unique, preemptive browser security through Check Point WebCheck, remote access virtual private network (VPN) client and Full Disk Encryption. Endpoint Security’s single install and integrated patching and updating process benefits administrators by reducing deployment cost and complexity while increasing management efficiency. With a single agent, update, scan, and interface Endpoint Security simplifies the end-user experience by decreasing the number of security applications on the client and eliminating multiple logins, updates and patches.

“In less than four years businesses will have seen three different Microsoft operating systems,” said Ben Khoushy, vice president of endpoint security at Check Point. “Rather than install a common platform, businesses will likely operate with a mixture of the three different operating system (OS) types. Check Point Endpoint Security offers customers one solution that addresses the unique threat concerns of each OS. Policy for all endpoints can be managed from a single console, greatly improving overall endpoint security as well as administrator effectiveness.”

Additional features and benefits of Check Point Endpoint Security include:

* Check Point WebCheck uses patented browser virtualization technology to protect enterprise endpoints from Web-based threats
* Check Point OneCheck provides one easy login to Windows and all endpoint security functions for a secure and simple user experience
* VPN enables secure remote access to corporate resources by encrypting and authenticating data transmitted during remote access sessions. New VPN Auto-connect capability maintains connectivity while roaming between LAN, WiFi and GPRS networks and automatically configures the VPN connection
* Media Encryption and Port Control secures sensitive corporate data and protects from incoming malware by encrypting removable media such as USB storage devices, CDs and DVDs, and by controlling activity (read, write and execute) on ports and devices
* Full Disk Encryption provides the highest level of data security for data stored on laptops and desktops through a combination of pre-boot authentication and strong encryption algorithms
* Award-winning firewall blocks unwanted traffic, prevents malware from infecting endpoint systems and makes computers invisible to hackers
* Program Control with Program Advisor ensures only legitimate and approved programs are allowed to run on the endpoint
* Anti-malware detects and removes viruses, spyware, keystroke loggers, Trojans, rootkits and other malware based on a combination of signatures, behavior blockers, and heuristic analysis
* Network Access Control (NAC) enforces a comprehensive NAC policy controlling access to corporate networks and ensuring that each endpoint is current with the latest antivirus, critical patches, service packs, and applications such as browsers and VPN agents
* Central Management provides central configuration, policy administration, reporting, and analysis of endpoint security

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Check Point Launches ZoneAlarm for Windows 7 OS

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today launched the Microsoft Windows 7 version of ZoneAlarm® Extreme Security, the latest version of the company’s comprehensive consumer security suite. The ideal companion to the highly anticipated Windows 7 operating system offers robust security technologies to address multiple PC threats, from browser exploits to password theft. ZoneAlarm Extreme Security also includes the industry’s first and only full hard drive encryption solution in a consumer security suite. This Check Point-unique innovation automatically encrypts all the hard drive content to protect personal and irreplaceable data in the event of laptop loss or theft. Also today, Check Point released Windows 7 versions for its complete line-up of ZoneAlarm products.

“The majority of Internet threats today cannot be addressed solely by Windows 7 built-in anti-virus because attacks are coming from many different vectors, including browser exploits, firewall attacks, and phishing attempts,” said Bari Abdul, vice president of consumer sales. “ZoneAlarm delivers comprehensive protection by bringing the world's number one firewall, identity theft services and Internet and Web innovations to the Windows 7 operating system, delivering advanced security for Windows 7 users.”

Designed to complement Microsoft Windows 7 operating system, ZoneAlarm Extreme Security includes:

* Advanced Download Protection – Stops the latest viruses delivered online by running and analyzing downloads in a protected virtual environment before installation
* Hard Drive Encryption – Enterprise-proven encryption option automatically encrypts personal and system data for identify theft protection
* Password Recovery Assistance – Only ZoneAlarm provides users with included phone assistance for password and media recovery 24 hours, 7 days a week
* Identity Protection Services – Credit Bureau Monitoring provides fraud alerts, plus Victim Recovery Services to help recover quickly from identify theft
* Operating System Firewall – New enhancements help identify and stop sophisticated online attacks that can bypass traditional anti-virus and security suites
* Virtual Browsing – Allows users to surf the Web with full protection against malicious software such as drive-by downloads or browser exploits. To date, this technology has stopped 100% of known browser and plug-in exploits.
* Unified Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware Engine - Performs anti-virus scans approximately 85% faster than previous versions
* A full complement of additional security layers and tools like anti-spam, online backup and PC Tune-up

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Check Point to Offer ZoneAlarm Pro 2010 Free to Consumers on Patch Tuesday

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced that the company will offer a free full version of ZoneAlarm® Pro 2010 on Tuesday, October 13, starting at 6 a.m. PDT. to help consumers stay safe online. The promotion will last for 24 hours, running concurrently with Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday – the day Microsoft releases its latest browser and operating system patches for Windows PCs. To take advantage of the award-winning protection of Check Point’s ZoneAlarm Pro, consumers can click on www.zonealarm.com/only24hours.

ZoneAlarm Pro 2010 combines the world’s number one firewall with an OSFirewall that monitors behavior within the operating system (OS) to stop malicious attacks that are intentionally designed to corrupt the OS. Together, these robust defenses block attacks that anti-virus alone misses, making it the perfect add-on to the anti-virus protection consumers may already have. Check Point ZoneAlarm Pro includes, for no additional charge, Identity Protection Services with daily credit report monitoring, and Victim Recovery Services that help consumers recover quickly from identity theft.

“Online threats continue to expand dramatically, doubling in number every few months. Even browsing legitimate Web sites can expose consumers to hidden threats designed to compromise PCs and steal personal information,” said Bari Abdul, vice president of consumer sales. “By offering Check Point ZoneAlarm Pro free for 24 hours, we are making our trusted firewall more widely available to consumers, helping protect their credit card numbers, social security information and any personal data against sophisticated threats.”

To prevent attacks entering the PC through the web browser, ZoneAlarm Pro 2010 includes a new Advanced Download Protection technology that automatically checks and analyzes the programs a user wishes to download to determine if they are safe or malicious. It also adds anti-phishing, both signature and heuristic based, to block more fraudulent sites.

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Check Point Software to Announce Third Quarter Financial Results

Check Point software Technologies Ltd. , the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced that it will release its third quarter financial results for the period ending September 30, 2009, on Thursday, October 22, 2009, before the U.S. financial markets open. Management will host a conference call with the investment community at 8:30 AM ET/5:30 AM PT on October 22.

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Media Alert: Check Point IPS Solutions Protect Against Unpatched Microsoft Exploits

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced that Check Point IPS solutions shield customers against exploits associated with the FTP Service in Microsoft Internet Information Services vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this unpatched vulnerability could allow hackers to take over an affected company’s systems.

Although no Microsoft patch is currently available for this vulnerability, Check Point Security Gateway R70 customers using the IPS Software Blade are automatically protected. No action is required if they are using the “Recommended Profile” setting. Check Point VPN-1® NGX R65, VSX® NGX R65 and IPS-1® NGX R65 customers also have existing protections and should check they are activated. See threat reference CPAI-2009-153 for more information at: http://www.checkpoint.com/defense/advisories/public/2009/cpai-03-Augb.html .

Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) is a collection of Internet services packaged with several versions of the Windows operating system. IIS includes a FTP server service for exchanging and manipulating files over a TCP computer network. The vulnerability is due to an error in IIS that fails to do sufficient bounds checking when processing an FTP NLST command. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution on affected systems that are running the FTP service and are connected to the Internet. Enterprise users at risk for this vulnerability have either IIS 5.0, IIS 5.1, or IIS 6.0.

“Exploit code of this vulnerability is available in the wild, meaning hackers could take the code and use it to exploit IIS and remotely control a company’s network,” said Oded Gonda, vice president of network security products at Check Point. “Check Point’s IPS products continue to provide protection against such vulnerabilities before they are even discovered, giving our customers the peace-of-mind that their systems are always secure.”

Check Point’s IPS Software Blade, IPS-1 appliances, and SmartDefense are supported by Check Point update services, which provide ongoing and real-time updates and configuration advisories for defenses and security policies. Check Point protections are developed and distributed by Check Point’s Security Research and Response Centers located around the globe.

Based on the Software Blade architecture, Check Point IPS Software Blade provides complete, integrated, next generation firewall intrusion prevention capabilities at multi-gigabit speeds, with preemptive threat coverage for clients, servers, OS and other vulnerabilities, malware/worm infections, and more. Software Blades are independent and flexible security modules that enable companies to select the functions they need to build a custom Check Point Security Gateway.

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Check Point Introduces Hard Drive Encryption Technology for Consumers

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced ZoneAlarmExtreme Security 2010, the latest version of the company’s comprehensive consumer security suite equipped with robust security technologies to address multiple PC threats, from browser exploits to password theft. ZoneAlarm Extreme Security 2010 introduces the industry’s first hard drive encryption solution in a consumer security suite. ZoneAlarm Hard Drive Encryption automatically encrypts all hard drive content to protect personal and irreplaceable data in the event of laptop loss or theft. With unique browser security features and identity protection services, ZoneAlarm Extreme Security 2010 helps consumers stay ahead of the latest Web threats and attacks. Also today, Check Point released new versions of ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite, ZoneAlarm Pro and ZoneAlarm Antivirus.

"Over half of all new PCs bought today are laptops. This means that private data, from tax returns to personal information, is at a much greater risk of being lost or stolen and used for identity theft and fraud," said Jon Crotty, security research analyst at IDC. "Given the ease at which laptops can be lost or stolen, and the ever growing threat environment both - on and off line - data encryption becomes a much more desirable feature for a comprehensive consumer Internet security suite.”

Based on the market-leading Check Point Endpoint Security Full Disk Encryption™ already proven in over 8 million enterprises, businesses and government agencies, the new ZoneAlarm Hard Drive Encryption protects consumers against identity theft. This unique 256-bit consumer encryption technology ensures all data stored on the system’s hard drive is unreadable to unauthorized users. Encryption works silently in the background to protect all existing, new or changed files such as medical records or personal photos. Hard Drive Encryption also safeguards the key system information that users tend to forget, such as automatically-stored passwords, cookies, temporary Internet files and recycle bin documents. Coupled with included services that alert consumers to possible fraud, offer 24/7 password recovery, and help victims of identify theft, ZoneAlarm delivers comprehensive security for Internet users.

“Thieves are increasingly targeting laptops primarily to steal the information stored inside, and they can easily remove the hard drive to gain full access to the user’s data,” said Juliette Sultan, head of global marketing for Check Point. “With our new and comprehensive ZoneAlarm Extreme Security suite with Hard Drive Encryption, our customers have the peace-of-mind that their credit card numbers, social security information, and any personal data are always protected.”

Multiple security technologies included in the new ZoneAlarm Extreme Security suite – including personal firewall, anti-phishing and wireless network security – provide critical protection against computer and Web-based attacks that can bypass traditional security suites. For example, new Advanced Download Protection automatically checks and analyzes the programs a user wants to download to determine if they are safe or malicious. ZoneAlarm Extreme Security 2010 also adds new product enhancements including a unified scan engine designed for faster and easier detection and removal of viruses, spyware and other malicious software.
Features and benefits in ZoneAlarm Extreme Security 2010 include:

* Advanced Download Protection – Stops the latest viruses delivered online by running and analyzing downloads in a protected environment before installation
* Hard Drive Encryption – Enterprise-proven encryption option to automatically encrypt personal and system data for identify theft protection
* Password Recovery Assistance – Provides Hard Disk Encryption users with included phone assistance 24 hours, 7 days a week
* Identity Protection Services – Credit Bureau Monitoring provides fraud alerts, plus Victim Recovery Services help recover quickly from identify theft
* Operating System Firewall – New enhancements help identify and stop sophisticated online attacks that can bypass traditional anti-virus and security suites
* Virtual Browsing – Allows users to surf the Web with full protection against malicious software such as drive-by downloads or browser exploits
* Unified Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware Engine - Performs anti-virus scans now up to 85% faster than previous versions
* Windows 7 Ready – Support available in conjunction with Windows 7 release

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