Zotob.A Internet Worm Affecting Millions; No Worry for Users of AlphaShield's Hardware Firewall.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- Hardware Internet security manufacturer, AlphaShield Co., today announced that their AlphaShield Hardware Firewall guarantees high speed Internet computer users protection from security vulnerabilities and risks that include Internet worms, credit card fraud and identity theft. In response to Tuesday's CNN report regarding Zotob.A, a newly discovered Internet worm that is presently attacking millions of computers using Microsoft operating systems, AlphaShield's SVP, Nizam Dean, stated "All AlphaShield Hardware Firewall consumers are 100% protected and immune from the Zotob.A worm that exploits a vulnerability in Microsoft and prevents users from downloading Anti-virus updates." Zotob.A, which disables the Internet connection firewall on Windows computers, was recently discovered on three continents and has affected CNN, ABC and The New York Times.

Vikash Sami, AlphaShield's CEO and chief engineer stated, "The AlphaShield Hardware Firewall blocks all 65,536 ports including port 445 used by Zotob.A and does not respond to any kind of port or IP scan, thus making your computer or network undetectable and invisible to malicious attacks." AlphaShield's IP Stealth Technology renders all current scanning and IP mapping tools inoperable, therefore the IP address associated to your computer or network remains hidden from all port scanners used by hackers. "AlphaShield," Sami said, "is the only plug-and-play, zero configuration firewall on the market to offer a 100% unhackable Internet security guaranteed, or your money back."

AlphaShield's firewall represents one of the simplest and most secure hardware firewall devices which integrates into any group of workstations, LAN or individual home/office computer(s) connected to the Internet. Specifically designed for the non-technical user, AlphaShield's "plug and play" hardware firewall integrates three distinct technologies in combating hackers and malicious attackers from infiltrating and accessing networks, personal information and other critical data that could lead to unwanted identity theft and fraud. AlphaShield provides full packet inspection technology (RPA) that blocks all unsolicited Internet traffic including Trojans and other harmful codes, IP and port address blocking (IP Stealth) with automatic network disconnection (AlphaGAP) technology in securing and protecting Internet connections. "AlphaShield's RPA technology," Dean stated, "allows our firewall to examine all incoming data and only permits information that was specifically requested by the user's computer."

Dean stated, "AlphaShield Co. is the first company to provide an affordable, simple and effective Internet security solution right out of the box." AlphaShield Hardware Firewall retails for $99. and is available through major computer retailers and online at: www.alphashield.com.

Special features of the AlphaShield Hardware Firewall include:

--No configuration, no maintenance, no upgrades, no patches...The AlphaShield Hardware Firewall is a stand-alone, hardware based, independent operating system that will work with all computers, networks and operating systems.

--Protection from Hackers, Identity Theft and Credit Card Fraud.

--100% unhackable guaranteed security or your money back.

--No software -- truly a plug-and-play hardware device. The AlphaShield Hardware Firewall does not require any software installation, is 100% effective and can be installed and ready-to-use by any non-technical user in less than one minute.

--No third-party pop-up ads.

--Protects against Identity Theft and Credit Card Fraud.

--Stops malicious Hackers and Trojan worms such as Zotob.A, MS Blaster, Fizzer, MyDoom, Slammer, Bug Bear, IRC.Sx2 and DoomJuice.

--Configurable. More technical and advanced users can download a free configuration utility that enables you to open specific ports through the AlphaShield Hardware Firewall for functions that would normally be blocked such as peer-to-peer gaming, IP telephony, and videoconferencing.

--Small Footprint. The AlphaShield Hardware Firewall is compact and fits in the palm of your hand.

--Complete Network Security. The AlphaShield Hardware Firewall can protect an entire network (a maximum of 50 computers) when placed in front of a router.

--Computer users can instantly disconnect and/or reconnect the computer by simply pushing a button on the AlphaShield device.

About AlphaShield Co.

AlphaShield is an award winning provider of Internet security and privacy solutions ensuring data integrity, Internet and network privacy protection for today's consumers. AlphaShield is committed to setting a new standard for security integrity by providing consumers who utilize "always on" broadband Internet access with an easy-to-use, completely secure Internet privacy protection device. Founded in June 2000, AlphaShield is headquartered in Vancouver, BC. For more information, please visit: www.alphashield.com.

Please note: To check for vulnerabilities on a computer system, visit www.alphashield.com and run a vulnerability test through "Sygate Security Scan" to determine which Internet ports are open thereby leaving the computer user susceptible to an attack. Once the AlphaShield Hardware Firewall device has been activated, repeat the "Sygate Security Scan" vulnerability test. The computer user will observe that with the AlphaShield Hardware Firewall engaged, all 65,535 ports are completely blocked therefore nothing (i.e. Internet worms or hackers) will be allowed to penetrate his/her computer.