Calyx Data Control Selects Rainbow's iKey to Secure Desktop and Notebook Computers; iKey Integrated into Calyx's SpyKiller USB for Security and Access Control.

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IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 24, 2000

Calyx Data Control, a leading provider of access control software solutions in France, has selected Rainbow Technologies' iKey authentication token as a key component in a new, integrated security solution for PCs and notebook computers in enterprise environments.

The new integrated solution, called the SpyKiller USB, combines iKey's powerful two-factor user authentication with SpyKiller security access and authentication software from Calyx Data Control to give organizations an

effective means of network security.

"The new SpyKiller USB security solution gives customers a cost-effective and technically advanced smart card alternative for authenticating users in the office or on the road," said Jean-Francois Zoccoli, general manager of Calyx Data Control.

"The SpyKiller USB combines effective security for enterprise network access with the ability to store user data, rights and restrictions on Rainbow's iKey. Because the iKey is very portable and easily installs in client computers via the USB port, it is an effective smart card alternative for securing sensitive data and applications."

"Our partnership with Calyx is yet another example of how software security developers are integrating powerful hardware security that provides the protection needed for corporate users," said Shawn Abbott, chief technology officer, Rainbow Technologies.

"The SpyKiller USB fully leverages iKey's dynamic authentication by eliminating the need for smart card readers and using Calyx's software to secure client computers throughput the corporate enterprise, SpyKiller USB is a simple, cost effective and highly secure way of improve corporate network security."

Features of Spykiller

-- Physical protection of access to resources

-- User authentication

-- Strengthening of authentication by password

-- Limitation of access to sensitive files or folders

-- Keyboard and mouse lockdown during screensaver

-- Protection against copying by floppy encryption

-- Automatically generates an event log

-- Guarantee against hacking, tampering or unauthorized data

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About Rainbow's iKey

Rainbow's iKey is a compact electronic key that is compatible with smart cards but installs directly into a laptop or desktop PC's existing universal serial bus (USB) port. The iKey adds mobility to computer security by allowing users to access secure folders from any workstation.

The iKey's powerful 3DES encryption key is stored in the iKey itself, making a user's data completely safe even if their notebook computer is stolen.

The iKey 1000 supports Windows 2000 enterprise, business-to-business and business-to-consumer applications as well as Microsoft's Smart Card Architecture for an extended measure of security.

Designed for secured remote authentication and authorization, the iKey supports both one time password challenge/response systems and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) functions, including the storage of digital certificates and performing digital signature operations.

Additionally, Rainbow's iKey Software Development Kit (SDK) allows users to develop custom solutions for in-house PKI applications compatible with Windows 2000 environments.

The iKey 2000 supports enterprise, business-to-business and business-to-consumer applications built on all major PKI systems. This includes Microsoft (Internet Explorer and Outlook), Netscape, Entrust, Baltimore, Xcert, Verisign, CyberTrust, Checkpoint, Aventail, KyperPASS and others.

The second member in a family of highly secure token devices pioneered by Rainbow, the iKey 2000 delivers powerful public key infrastructure (PKI) security. The iKey 2000 can store digital certificates, generate public key pairs on a physical token, and perform digital signatures on-board.

By combining powerful PKI authentication with the ability to store digital certificates and perform private key encryption inside the token, the iKey 2000 provides an unsurpassed measure of desktop security. Removing certificate storage and signing from vulnerable desktop systems and placing these functions in the token significantly reduces the risk of internal or external security attacks.

About Rainbow Technologies

Founded in 1984, Rainbow Technologies is a leading provider of security solutions for the Internet and e-commerce. Rainbow applies its core technology to a variety of security solutions from securing software, to the acceleration of secure communication for e-commerce and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

Rainbow's products include secure Web server and VPN acceleration boards; anti-piracy and Internet software distribution solutions; PKI-based security solutions; voice, data and satellite security systems; and USB-based authentication tokens.

The company has headquarters in Irvine, and maintains offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Australia, China, India, The Netherlands, Russia, and Taiwan. A network of nearly 50 authorized distributors sell Rainbow products worldwide. For more information, visit our Web site at www.rainbow.com.

About Calyx Data Control

Founded in 1997, Calyx Data is specializing in IT security, with a focus on access control, authentification and cryptography. It provides the access control sofwtare solution Spykiller. Calyx Data Control is also the importing company of Racal range, a security equipment for networks and e-business.

For more information, visit the Calyx Web site at www.calyx-dc.com or call Tel. : [phone] ; Fax: [phone]