Korea Info Data Corporation Implements WatchGuard Firebox X Integrated Security Appliances and Firebox SOHO VPN End Points for Enhanced Security, Efficiency.

SEATTLE -- Selects WatchGuard solution for ease of management, capacity and reduced total cost of ownership

WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:WGRD) today announced that Korea Info Data Corporation (KOID), a telephone number directory service spun off from Korea Telecom, has selected WatchGuard Firebox X integrated security appliances as its network security solution. The company has deployed WatchGuard Firebox X2500 security appliances at each of its two head offices in Pusan and Daejeon, and more than 250 WatchGuard Firebox SOHO appliances as VPN end points to secure workers accessing the network from home offices.

WatchGuard Firebox X met KOID's requirements for a network security solution to replace its Remote Access Server (RAS) environment, which was based on the organization's legacy private network, NDAS. The company needed to provide its call center staff with the reliability, flexibility and security to operate from home office environments while continuing to provide customers with fast transaction times and immediate data. In addition, it required a solution that was capable of supporting a user base that is expected to grow to almost 5,000 next year -- a third more than just two years ago.

Following a review of three network security vendors, including SecureSoft and Fortinet, KOID chose WatchGuard based on its price/performance, centralized management and capacity features. Additional requirements included ease-of-use and configuration, single sign-on, a secure firewall connection to the Internet, Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections from remote home users, and the capability to monitor traffic patterns in real-time.

As Byung-Ki Kim, department management, KOID, explains: "We required a solution that would maintain a high level of network security on an ADSL network while at the same time enabling staff to access centralized customer databases so that they could continue to provide telephone number directory services. In turn, we wanted to have a secure, easy-to-manage Virtual Private Network (VPN) environment."

A key reason for choosing Firebox X was its ability to establish dynamic VPN paths using WatchGuard's flexible DVCP protocol, as well as the ability to establish VoIP gateways via the VPN. In the past, IT personnel could only remotely support home PCs with a modem connection. If there were issues with the PCs, KOID had to talk the user through the problem or send a technician to the site. By contrast, WatchGuard's VPN capability allows the company to remotely manage all PCs anywhere in Korea.

"We can now provide faster services to customers compared to our previous RAS environment. In addition, by using the Firebox SOHO devices, we can improve operational efficiency and give our users the convenience of remote access without sacrificing security," added Mr. Kim.

"The implementation was fast and furious and took just three months. The Firebox X product provides maximum capacity at a reasonable price, and supports efficient and secure network operations by providing diverse management tools and updated integrated security functions."

"Our leadership in the space and strong, proven technology meant that we could provide a solution which could easily scale to meet KOID's growing requirements as an organization," added Jeff Hurmuses, managing director, Asia Pacific, WatchGuard Technologies.

WatchGuard Firebox X: Integrated Security Appliances

Designed for the specific requirements of SMEs, WatchGuard Firebox X is the first integrated security appliance with full model upgrade capability that allows users to upgrade to any higher model in the line and/or increase port density simply by applying a software license key. With this capability, customers can scale their existing Firebox X security appliance simply and economically without costly and time-consuming hardware replacements. As their security needs change, customers activate model upgrades via a software license key and obtain all the performance and functionality of any higher model in the line just as if they had purchased it originally. Firebox X models combine firewall, VPN, application layer security, intrusion prevention functionality, spam blocking, web filtering and authentication in a single appliance. Total cost of ownership for the Firebox X is up to 80 percent less than comparable appliances on the market over a four-year period.

About KOID

KOID was established in 2001 as a spin off from Korea Telecom and today is one of Korea's leading telephone number directory service companies. With more than 2,800 employees, the company operates nine contact centres throughout the country and offers a range of services, including wireless internet, SMS, Map-Browser and database marketing.

About WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.

WatchGuard is a leading provider of network security solutions for small- to mid-sized enterprises worldwide, delivering integrated products and services that are robust as well as easy to buy, deploy and manage. The company's Firebox X line of expandable integrated security appliances is designed to be fully upgradeable as an organization grows and to deliver the industry's best combination of security, performance, intuitive interface and value. WatchGuard Intelligent Layered Security architecture protects against emerging threats effectively and efficiently and provides the flexibility to integrate additional security functionality and services offered through WatchGuard. Every WatchGuard product comes with an initial LiveSecurity Service subscription to help customers stay on top of security with vulnerability alerts, software updates, expert security instruction and superior customer care. For more information, please call 206-521-8340 or visit www.watchguard.com.

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