Netrake and SS8 Networks Partner to Deliver Interoperable, Carrier-Class CALEA Solution for VoIP Networks.

CHICAGO -- Integrated solution provides best-in-class support of security requirements

Netrake, the premier provider of session controllers interconnecting global VoIP networks, today announced that it is partnering with SS8 Networks, the leading developer of signaling and enhanced solutions for the telecommunications industry. Together, the two companies are delivering a cost-effective solution that enables Tier 1 carriers and other leading service providers to overcome some common difficulties associated with meeting Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act (CALEA) regulatory requirements. This combined solution allows service providers to enhance the security of communications networks and applications and to meet legal and governmental obligations on a global scale.

Federal agencies want access to VoIP networks that is as routine as what they now have with traditional wireline services, however, technical issues related to the replication of signaling and media streams of subjects under surveillance have created barriers to CALEA's actual implementation in VoIP networks. With the advent of residential VoIP offerings and emphasis of security measures by U.S. law enforcement agencies, CALEA adherence has become a more immediate concern for service providers and their vendors.

Netrake's nCite session controllers solve the technical problems associated with CALEA by delivering the critical intercept access points in the network with real-time replication of media and/or signaling flows. To provide a complete lawful intercept package, Netrake's nCite works seamlessly with the leading lawful intercept supplier, SS8 Networks. SS8 provides the administration and the delivery function while Netrake provides the access function. Together, the two companies offer the most robust solution on the market today. Both product lines follow the detailed PacketCable Electronic Surveillance Specification and deliver a complete solution for carriers that need to comply with CALEA requirements.

"Our standards-based Xcipio(TM) security products are designed for ease of deployment and maintenance, providing carriers with a more cost-effective CALEA solution compared with other proprietary offerings," said Paul Tinney, vice president and general manager of the Security Solutions Group at SS8 Networks. "In combination with Netrake's high performance session controllers, we can now optimize security operations giving service providers peace of mind, while they manage and grow their revenue-based enterprises."

Netrake's nCite session controllers support both carrier-to-carrier peering and residential VoIP services on the same platform. Netrake's session controllers are the only ones built from the ground up to support superior carrier-class scalability, security, redundancy and network management capabilities - in a single box solution. One Netrake session controller chassis can scale to manage from 1,000 to 42,000 simultaneous calls at call processing rates of up to 300 calls per second.

SS8 Networks is a recognized leader in providing lawful intercept security solutions for telecom operators and governmental agencies. SS8's Xcipio product supports lawful intercept requirements for both domestic and international markets as well as multiple delivery standards for traditional circuit-switched (wireless and wireline), next-generation packet, ISP, and hybrid networks.

"Communications security and monitoring are critical to governments and telecom operators around the world," said Micaela Giuhat, assistant vice president of product management for Netrake. "We are working with well-respected suppliers in this industry, such as SS8, to ensure quality, interoperability, and delivery of a superior security solution to our carrier customers."

About SS8 Networks

SS8 Networks engineers a complete range of signaling solutions and enhanced service applications that enable service providers to profitably operate converged, hybrid networks - bridging PSTN and IP capabilities. The company's carrier-class products allow network operators to optimize their investment in traditional, legacy networks and seamlessly transition to next-generation networks. The company headquarters is located in San Jose, California. More information is available at www.SS8.com.

About Netrake

Netrake is the premier provider of session controllers delivering real-time control of voice and multimedia across IP networks for Tier 1 and other leading service providers. Utilizing Netrake's unparalleled processing power and unique "deep packet inspection" capabilities, its nCite session controllers provide superior reliability, scalability, security and network management capabilities all in a single chassis. Netrake is Connecting the World's Voice(TM) by offering service providers a cost-effective method of interconnecting global VoIP networks. Netrake is a privately held company, headquartered in Plano, Texas. For more information, contact us at 1-800-254-6177 or visit www.netrake.com.