Safend's ''Protector'' NAC Compliant; Among First in Endpoint Security Industry to Achieve Compatibility.

PHILADELPHIA -- Safend, a global leader in endpoint security, announced today they have achieved Cisco Compatible status as part of the Network Admission Control (NAC) program. Safend's compatibility is important and complimentary for a company in the port protection space and displays their commitment to providing comprehensive endpoint security solutions for the enterprise.

The recently enhanced Network Admission Control framework provides protection to organizations from threats such as spyware, viruses and worms attempting to gain network access through a growing number of endpoint devices such as PCs, laptops, and smartphones. The benefits to customers for utilizing an NAC compliant solution such as Safend Protector include: dramatically increased security of an enterprise network regardless of size; increased corporate control of device access to the network via endpoints; protection against noncompliant endpoint devices causing disruption to network availability; and reduced operating costs for repair of damaged systems.

"Cisco is pleased to welcome Safend to the group of companies achieving NAC compatibility," said Russell Rice, director of product marketing in the Security Technology Group at Cisco Systems, Inc. "Safend Protector's strong access control and port protection enhance this program, offering an integrated and collaborative solution to endpoint security. The availability of products such as Safend Protector within the NAC framework provides IT departments with the tools they need to fight the multitude of threats to data integrity."

Safend Protector controls data access from the physical and wireless ports of all enterprise endpoints, such as USB, FireWire, WiFi, Bluetooth, Infrared (IrDA), and CD/DVDs. IT managers can set granular policies regarding peripheral device connectivity and anti-tampering features make modifying or removing the software virtually impossible for end-users.

"Safend is committed to keeping customers protected from current and emerging security threats," said Gil Sever, Safend's CEO. "Earning Cisco Compatibility for NAC is one more way we can show our dedication to achieving an industry standard for endpoint security."

For more information about NAC, visit www.cisco.com/go/nac.

ABOUT SAFEND

Safend is a leading provider of innovative endpoint security solutions that protect against corporate data leakage and penetration via physical and wireless ports. Safend's award-winning products, available exclusively through resellers worldwide, are deployed by security-aware government agencies and multinational enterprises such as healthcare, finance and technology across the globe. The privately held company, founded in 2003, is headquartered in Tel Aviv with offices in Philadelphia. For more information, visit www.safend.com.