Crossbeam Announces Availability of the Most Scalable, High Performance Internal Security Gateways for Worm Prevention and Quarantined Security.

CONCORD, Mass. -- Crossbeam Launches Internal Security Strategy with "InterSpect on X" Featuring Check Point InterSpect on Crossbeam's X-Series Security Services Switches

Crossbeam Systems(R), Inc., a leading global developer of total security solutions required for safer, simpler networks, today announced the availability of InterSpect(TM) from Check Point(R) Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:CHKP) on its X-Series security services switches. The combined "InterSpect on X" solution is the only internal security gateway that delivers up to 8 gigabits per second of throughput in a single chassis and offers the unmatched port density required to segment and protect large enterprise networks along with the 99.999% reliability required to operate in those demanding network environments.

InterSpect is available for Crossbeam's X40(R), X45(TM), and X80(TM) security services switches that are currently deployed with more than 250 enterprise and service provider customers worldwide. A number of Crossbeam customers in the United States and Europe have already deployed InterSpect on X with additional customer trials and testing in progress.

Using its Application Intelligence(TM) technology, InterSpect intelligently inspects internal traffic to identify and block unauthorized or malicious behavior and specific attacks, provides security segmentation to prevent unauthorized access between network zones and quarantines computers generating suspicious activity. InterSpect also features Check Point's SmartDefense(TM) technology to proactively and dynamically protect against known or unknown attacks and defend against vulnerabilities before they are exploited.

"Traditional networking vendors have attempted to address internal security by adding security features to their existing switches or routers, an approach that delivers second-rate security and results in degraded network performance," said Peter George, president and CEO of Crossbeam Systems. "InterSpect on X represents a transformational security platform that delivers true convergence of networking and security for internal networks - the ability to deliver bits quickly and monitor, block and quarantine attacks just as fast."

"Internal security attacks have caused billions of dollars in damage to enterprises in the past few years and companies are increasingly looking to create dynamic defenses around internal network segments to help prevent outbreaks," said Gonen Fink, vice president, solutions and strategy for Check Point Software Technologies. "For high-end enterprises that require multi-gigabit performance with high port density, InterSpect on Crossbeam's X-Series platforms gives customers the performance, network segment capacity and reliability needed to address their internal security requirements and provides a high-end complement to Check Point's own InterSpect appliances."

Benefits of InterSpect on X

InterSpect provides innovative pre-emptive attack protection by providing the industry's most intelligent and adaptive inspection technology to apply proactive defenses against internal threats. For large enterprises, the success of this proactive internal security strategy is based on the security gateway's performance, port density and reliability, which are key differentiators for Crossbeam:

--Large Network Segment Capacity - a key benefit for InterSpect is its ability to segment networks to better identify, control and quarantine outbreaks. Crossbeam's X-Series switches give customers tremendous flexibility to divide and secure their network in up to 32 segments, based either on a geographic location, business function or other logical separation driven by a specific company's security policies.

--Multi-Gigabit InterSpect Performance - customers are often forced to compromise network performance for security, but Crossbeam X-Series switches deliver unparalleled InterSpect performance that scales up to 8 gigabits per second of throughput.

--Flexible Deployment Options - Crossbeam X-Series platforms can be deployed in the core, distribution or access layers in either bridge or switch modes so they can be inserted into networks with minimal or no changes.

--'Self-Healing', Fail Open Reliability - internal networks are always protected through Crossbeam's single- or dual-box, high availability with interface and application redundancy and self-healing, fail open capabilities.

As strategic partners, Crossbeam is working closely with Check Point to make updates and enhanced versions of InterSpect available to its customer base as soon as possible on an on-going basis.

Availability

InterSpect on X includes a Crossbeam application processing module (APM), Check Point InterSpect license and a one year subscription to Check Point's SmartDefense real-time update service. The solution is available directly from Crossbeam and its worldwide network of Crossbeam Authorized Partner Program distributors and resellers.

About Crossbeam Systems

Crossbeam Systems is a global growth company that pioneered the integrated security device market and is a leading developer of total security solutions required for safer, simpler networks. The company has tailored security solutions for global corporations, carrier networks and small to medium-sized enterprises. Founded in early 2000 and led by senior executives from Bay Networks, Cisco, Nortel/Wellfleet and Alcatel, Crossbeam is headquartered in Concord, Massachusetts, USA, and has offices in Europe and Asia Pacific. The company is backed by top-tier investors including Tudor Ventures, Matrix Partners, North Bridge Venture Partners, Commonwealth Capital Venture Partners, Intel Capital and Charles River Ventures. More information is available at www.crossbeamsystems.com.

About Check Point Software Technologies

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. is the worldwide leader in securing the Internet. It is the confirmed market leader of both the worldwide VPN and firewall markets. Through its Next Generation product line, the company delivers a broad range of Perimeter, Internal and Web security solutions that protect business communications and resources for corporate networks and applications, remote employees, branch offices and partner extranets. Extending the power of the Check Point solution is its Open Platform for Security (OPSEC), the industry's framework and alliance for integration and interoperability with "best-of-breed" solutions from over 350 leading companies. Check Point solutions are sold, integrated and serviced by a network of more than 2,300 Check Point partners in 92 countries. For more information, please call us at [phone] or [phone], or visit us on the Web at http://www.checkpoint.com or at http://www.opsec.com.

Crossbeam Systems, Crossbeam and X40 are registered trademarks and X45 and X80 are trademarks of Crossbeam Systems, Inc. All other company, product or service names not owned by Crossbeam mentioned in this press release are the property of their respective owners.

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