PANDA SOFTWARE LAUNCHES THE NEXT GENERATION OF SECURITY AND ANTIVIRUS

PANDA SOFTWARE LAUNCHES THE NEXT GENERATION OF SECURITY AND ANTIVIRUS SOLUTIONS FOR THE MOST COMPLETE COMPUTER PROTECTION 2003’s 4th Qtr Virus and Security Threats Propelled With This Fast Moving Software Developer Produce the Very Latest Protection Techniques GLENDALE, CA - October 31, 2003 – Panda Software today announced the release of its best of market solutions for antivirus and malware addressing the specific protection needs for the home, office and enterprise. Already known as the first company to offer True Daily™ updates of virus definitions and free 24/7, 365 day per year tech support, these new products offer the greatest advantages in a highly competitive marketplace. ThreatFocus Security Network reported this week that, “new exploits are expected for recent Microsoft vulnerabilities.” Hacking is generating big bucks, and now it’s automated. Corporate network threats are growing as these viruses evolve. Lately hackers are generating something called invisible hosting. Infected machines are controlled by spammers remotely, who typically uses the PCs to originate spam, spreading viruses to hundreds of thousands hijacked computers across the Internet. General Manager of Panda U.S., Riggs Eckelberry said, “This new line of products demonstrates Panda’s commitment to provide uncompromising technology that protects critical information for any computer user. Not only is Panda known for catching the viruses that others don’t, but we offer superior services that cater to our customer’s needs. With virus threats increasing exponentially, due to more computer users globally, people need access to the same quality of technology and service that enterprise managers at large companies get, and Panda delivers it. That’s our commitment.” The five new Panda Software security and antivirus solutions for protection at home and work include: Titanium Antivirus™ 2004 Targeted to home users, this antivirus solution combines ease-of-use with unrivalled detection and disinfection capacity, protecting against all types of malicious code (viruses, worms, Trojans, dialers, jokes, hoaxes, etc.). What’s more, it detects and solves system security vulnerabilities that could be used by viruses to get into computers and run automatically. It also incorporates a feature to self-diagnosis of the antivirus in order to prevent attacks from viruses designed to disable AV applications. Platinum Internet Security™ This new security suite for small businesses and professionals incorporates the most advanced antivirus technology and a personal firewall. This solution includes specific tools for blocking spam and spyware, controlling access to websites, detecting and solving software vulnerabilities, and self-diagnosis of the antivirus and pro-active desktop warnings against new viruses and security threats. BusinesSecure™ Antivirus This product is specifically designed for small and medium-sized businesses that need hassle-free and effective protection for workstations and file servers against all types of viruses, Trojans and worms. BusinesSecure is also available in a version that incorporates ExchangeSecure™, adding antivirus protection for any version of Microsoft™ Exchange Server. EnterpriSecure™ Antivirus Featuring global antivirus protection for corporate networks of any size, this solution keeps all the computers in a network, from workstations to mail and Internet gateways, safe from malicious code, without involving laborious installation or configuration processes. Panda Software’s new family of computer security solutions is now available on its website (http://www.pandasoftware.com). Users can purchase these products, through a secure server, from the company’s online store (at http://shop.pandasoftware.com/selectCountry.asp). Those who prefer to try the products first can download the solution that best suits their needs, free of charge, from http://www.pandasoftware.com/downloads. More information about Panda solutions can be found at: http://www.pandasoftware.com/products/ Panda Software solutions are always armed against the latest viruses backed by True Daily™ virus definitions updates and 24-hour, 365 day per year tech support and SOS Virus, capable of providing a rapid solution to any kind of problem. Companies can also contract additional services such as the Panda Gold Service, Panda Gold Premium Service, Panda Gold Premium Quality Service, Panda Installation Service, Panda Training Service and Panda Outsourcing Service. Prices and Availability Panda Titanium Antivirus 2004 and Panda Platinum Internet Security will have a recommended retail price of $39.95 and $69.95 respectively, for versions with one year’s services. Special student versions (ESD) and DVD boxed versions will be available at the RRP of $19.95 (Panda Titanium Antivirus 2004) and $34.95 (Panda Platinum Internet Security). Panda Software’s new corporate products can be bought in license ranges from $57.36 each for Panda BusinesSecure Antivirus (from 5 to 25 licenses with one year’s services) and from $87.95 each for Panda EnterpriSecure Antivirus (from 10 to 25 licenses with one year’s services). Special prices are available for other license ranges for all these products, and for competitive upgrade offers. For more details, contact your usual distributor. About Panda Software Panda Software (http://www.pandasoftware.com) is a leading international developer of antivirus software for all types of customers: corporate clients, small and medium sized companies, and home users. Its 100 percent in-house, antivirus technology has received awards and quality certifications from the most widely-respected IT security institutions. The company’s commitment to customer service and the concept of the protection of computer systems as a 24 hour/365 day a year insurance policy rather than merely a software product have revolutionized the computer security industry. The quality of Panda Software’s products has been endorsed by major industry watchdogs including ICSA Labs and Checkmark. Panda Software, Titanium Antivirus , Platinum Internet Security, BusinesSecure, ExchangeSecure and EnterpriSecure are trademarks owned by Panda Software, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. # # # For more information: Alan Wallace [email protected]