Check Point Expands Leadership in Security Across Mobile Devices and Wireless Networks; New OPSEC Partnerships Extend Security Across Wireless Environments.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

NetSec 2002

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 18, 2002

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq:CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced a new Open Platform for Security (OPSEC(TM)) Wireless Initiative, designed to enable customers to confidently deploy comprehensive, interoperable wireless solutions that seamlessly integrate with Check Point's market-leading VPN-1(R)/ FireWall-1(R) Next Generation solutions. Check Point's new OPSEC Wireless Initiative is being supported by industry leading vendors, including: Hewlett-Packard Company (NYSE:HPQ), Intel Corporation (Nasdaq:INTC), International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:IBM), Microsoft Corporation (Nasdaq:MSFT), Nokia (Nasdaq:NOK) and Proxim Corporation (Nasdaq:PROX).

Check Point's new OPSEC Wireless Initiative extends its Secure Virtual Network Architecture (SVN(TM)) to "Secured by Check Point" mobile devices and "OPSEC Certified" wireless networking solutions. These solutions are rigorously tested and certified for interoperability with Check Point's market-leading VPN-1/FireWall-1 Next Generation solutions, enabling customers to deploy end-to-end, integrated security across their wired and wireless environments. Additionally, customers can integrate wireless products and technologies that best meet their needs, while ensuring optimal security and reducing total cost of ownership.

"Wireless LANs are an attractive, cost-effective solution for extending the corporate perimeter to allow mobile access and increasing productivity, but security is critical," said Chris Christiansen, program vice president eBusiness Infrastructure and Internet Security Software for IDC. "Check Point's OPSEC framework helps address the security requirements of wireless networks by offering customers robust solutions that integrate with existing infrastructures."

Mobile Device Solutions

As enterprises deploy mobile devices for convenient corporate access, security is required to protect corporate data residing on these devices and to prevent the devices from becoming backdoor entrances into the larger corporate network. "Secured by Check Point" mobile devices are certified to interoperate with Check Point VPN-1 SecureClient(TM) and VPN-1 SecuRemote(TM), providing integrated VPN and personal firewall functionality with centralized management. Initial "Secured by Check Point" mobile devices include:

-- HP iPAQ(TM) PDAs and handhelds

-- IBM(R) ThinkPad(R) laptops

-- Microsoft Windows(R) Powered Pocket PC 2002 devices and Smartphones 2002

Additionally, the Symbian OS based Nokia 9200 Communicator series will also be interoperable with the Check Point VPN/security infrastructure.

Wireless Networking Solutions

Wireless networking solutions are growing in popularity for enabling cost-effective connectivity and mobility. The security flaws inherent in wireless local area networks (WLANs) introduce the risk of data eavesdropping and unauthorized access into corporate networks. Through the OPSEC Wireless Initiative, Check Point is certifying wireless networking solutions to ensure integration with Check Point VPN-1 gateways, servers and clients. This provides integrated personal firewall protection and industry-standard encryption to enable robust policy-based security, access control and data privacy. Initial "OPSEC Certified" wireless networking partners include: Intel, Proxim and Nokia.

"Ensuring end-to-end security is a critical issue for enterprises deploying mobile devices and wireless access," said Asheem Chandna, vice president of business development and product management for Check Point Software Technologies. "Through OPSEC, Check Point is extending its Secure Virtual Network Architecture to uniquely deliver comprehensive security across both wired and wireless environments."

About Check Point Software Technologies

Check Point Software Technologies is the worldwide leader in securing the Internet. It is the confirmed market leader of both the worldwide VPN and firewall markets. The company's Secure Virtual Network (SVN) architecture provides the VPN and security infrastructure that uniquely enables secure and reliable Internet communications. SVN solutions, as delivered in the company's Next Generation product family, secure business communications and resources for corporate networks, remote employees, branch offices and partner extranets. Extending the power of SVN is Check Point's Open Platform for Security (OPSEC), the industry's framework and alliance for integration and interoperability with "best-of-breed" solutions from over 300 leading companies. Check Point solutions are sold, integrated and serviced by a network of 2,500 certified partners in 203 countries. For more information, please call us at 800/429-4391 or 650/628-2000 or visit us on the Web at http://www.checkpoint.com or at http://www.opsec.com.

Partner Quotes

Hewlett-Packard

"Mobile access to information enables higher levels of productivity and access to critical network resources," said Cindy Box, director of marketing for Hewlett-Packard Smart Handhelds. "Security is a critical component of mobile access, and Check Point's market leading VPN-1 SecureClient for Pocket PC 2002 provides iPAQ Pocket PC users with end-to-end secure access to information when they are on the road or away from the office."

Intel

"Enterprise customers are accelerating deployment of wireless LAN capabilities to satisfy the increasing user need for mobility. To prepare for the launch of notebook computers based on Intel's next generation mobile micro architecture, code named Banias, Intel is working with Check Point to implement and validate protected wireless solutions with the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN adapters," said Taizoon Doctor, general manager of Intel's Mobile Communications Division. "The combination of powerful Intel-based notebook computers and networking products, used in conjunction with Check Point's security infrastructure, will deliver a robust, more secure wireless solution to our customers."

IBM

"Check Point's VPN-1 SecureClient used on an IBM ThinkPad with integrated wireless LAN capability helps organizations more securely extend corporate information beyond traditional wired networks to home and public wireless LANs," said Bob Galush, vice president, marketing and business line management, options, services, and solutions, IBM Personal Computing Division.

Microsoft

"Seamless and secure corporate access for mobile professionals is one of the key requirements of our Pocket PC and Smartphone enterprise customers," said Vince Mendillo, director of the Mobility Group at Microsoft Corp. "We are pleased that a proven technology company such as Check Point is providing corporate access solutions to meet this need."

Nokia

"Nokia sees public wireless LAN based services as an essential element of future 3G services, an important complement to an operators' mobile offering, and a key enabler of mobile data communications for enterprises and remote corporate users," said Kimmo Kaitala, general manager, Nokia Operator WLAN, Nokia Networks. "As business becomes increasingly mobile, the need for reliable security solutions that work seamlessly across different access methods is essential. Check Point's OPSEC framework provides their customers a secure foundation and reassurance that their networks are protected across any point of access."

Proxim Corporation

"Strong, reliable security is critical for our wireless LAN customers," said Lynn Lucas, director of product marketing and business development for Proxim. "OPSEC Certification ensures interoperability between Proxim's Harmony 802.11a and 802.11b solutions and Check Point's VPN-1/FireWall-1 NG, providing customers with assurance that their wireless LAN is secure."

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