Kaspersky Lab Achieves Solid Inaugural Year Of North American Operations.

WOBURN, Mass. -- World Renowned Internet Security Provider Recaps Momentum Since Formal Introduction to Deliver the Industry's Best Detection and Fastest Virus Updates to the North American Market

Kaspersky Lab, a leading developer of Internet security solutions, marked its first full year of business in the North American market by showcasing substantial growth in sales, the award-winning launch of the U.S. operation's value-added reseller program, and the addition of an impressive new roster of OEM partners.

"Today's Internet security issues are no longer confined to vigilant hackers looking for recognition or to simply cause major glitches in corporate systems. We've entered the age of profit-driven Internet thieves and we see it as our mission to stay at the forefront of protection for our customers," said Steve Orenberg, president, Kaspersky Lab, Inc. "We are thrilled by the rapid market acceptance of our products and technology here in the U.S. and Canada, and also by the quality of our new business partners."

With major IT security vendors facing increased pressure to drive revenue growth, their focus has shifted away from the value-added channel. Kaspersky Lab understands the demands of selling anti-virus and complementary security software, and has built its partner program as one of the most partner-friendly company's in the IT security field. In just its first year, Kaspersky's North American partner program has been the recipient of several prestigious industry accolades including: IT ChannelVision's "2005 Best VAR Software Solution," and "2005 Best Government VAR Solution" awards, as well as a finalist most recently for "Best Software Solution." Also, CMP Media chose Kaspersky as a finalist for "Best Revenue Generator," and "Most Innovative Product," at XChange Solutions Provider show, demonstrating the company's commitment to and knowledge of the North American channel.

"We originally chose to offer Kaspersky products and solutions because they are clearly superior to the other well-known security products we've represented in the past," said Zal Ewers, Director of Sales and Operations, ADNM Solutions. "But when it comes to the way they are partnering, they are ahead of their competition. Kaspersky gets it. They are proactive in working closely with us and presenting new ideas that are helping us achieve our mutual goals - happy customers and healthy margins."

In addition to the rapid growth of sales to both the small business and enterprise markets and the expansion of Kaspersky Lab's presence in North America, the Company's line of personal products has gained rapid acceptance as it extends its reach and visibility both online and in retail distribution--with 2006 being an important year for expansion and brand recognition.

"It's been a remarkable year of growth," said Orenberg. "The acceptance in this new market for the Company has already outstripped expectations. As we continue our push with our planned initiatives for 2006, there is a tangible excitement throughout our organization that says the timing is right and so are our products."

Additionally, Kaspersky Lab completed a banner year for OEM technology licensing during its first year of North American operations with the addition of twenty new partners. During 2005, Kaspersky Lab has attracted an array of leading security providers such as FrontBridge Technologies, a subsidiary of Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT), Juniper (Nasdaq: JNPR), Bluecoat (Nasdaq: BCSI) and Clearswift. They join the ranks of more than 80 OEM security partners, which already includes respected solutions from Borderware, TumbleWeed (Nasdaq: TMW), MailFrontier, CommuniGate Systems and others. Each partner is benefiting from Kaspersky's anti-malware technology and the resources of one of the world's foremost antivirus detection and response labs, which are both quickly becoming industry standards

For more information on Kaspersky's value-added channel program, please contact the Company at [phone] or [e-mail], or visit the Web site at www.kaspersky.com/partners.

For more information on Kaspersky's OEM program, please contact Peter Laakkonen at [phone] or [e-mail], or visit the Web site at http://www.kaspersky.com/oem.

About Kaspersky Lab, Inc.

Kaspersky Lab delivers the industry's most immediate protection against Internet-born viruses and threats. Kaspersky is unmatched in the speed that it detects and disarms even the most sophisticated new attacks. Kaspersky offers complete security protection both home users and corporate networks with advanced antivirus, anti-spyware, anti-spam, anti-crimeware and firewall capabilities, supported by rapid response and automated hourly updates from its world renowned Internet security lab. Today, Kaspersky Lab's products protect more than 200 million users worldwide and its technology is licensed by leading security vendors globally. To find out more about Kaspersky Lab, visit www.kaspersky.com.