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07/09/2002 — McAfee E-Business Server Software Secures Data in Transit and Stored on S/390 Mainframes With Strong EncryptionMcAfee Anti-Virus Protects Cross-Platform Environments From Evolving Threats SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 8, 2002 - The McAfee Security division of Network Associates, Inc. (NYSE: NET) today announced that its advanced anti-virus scanning technology and E-Business Server encryption solution now support IBM S/390 mainframes running the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server. This extended support further enables S/390 Linux users to secure data with strong encryption, as well as protect those systems from the latest virus threats with McAfee's leading anti-virus technology. Industries deploying S/390 mainframes with the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, including financial, healthcare and manufacturing businesses, can benefit from McAfee's advanced data security and virus protection while further enhancing enterprise usability, performance and scalability. "IT security is of paramount importance for our enterprise clients," said David Burger, vice president corporate user at SUSE Linux AG. "McAfee's high performance anti-virus scanning technology is an ideal complement for the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, ensuring scalable and reliable computing for today's most advanced industries." "McAfee supports our Linux powered server solutions to safeguarded against the malicious code that threatens e-mail systems today," said John Stormer, vice president of marketing for Sendmail, Inc., a leading provider of e-mail solutions. "With the integration of McAfee's virus filtering technology with our Linux server solution, we are providing our customers with the highest levels of e-mail security in one high-performing, reliable package." The McAfee anti-virus technology that supports the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server operating system is the core component of the entire McAfee family of anti-virus products, including VirusScanŽ software for desktops, GroupShield software for e-mail servers, WebShield appliances and software for Internet gateways, as well as McAfee's Internet managed services that include VirusScan ASaP and VirusScreen ASaP. This same technology has been responsible for the early detection of such known virus threats as AnnaKournikova, Homepage and Klez.h. The McAfee E-Business Server solution is powered by PGP encryption, the de facto industry standard for encryption used by more than seven million people worldwide. The McAfee E-Business Server software adds a layer of security that protects data from internal or external attacks and other unauthorized access. With PGP's 128-bit minimum encryption and the Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) model, data is protected during access and while in transit. "McAfee's support for the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server further exemplifies our commitment to securing data and protecting customers from the latest Internet threats across multiple operating environments," said Michael Callahan, senior director of product marketing for Network Associates' McAfee Security division. "While the McAfee E-Business Server solution delivers comprehensive data protection during its entire lifespan, including while it is transferred in files or stored on S/390 mainframes, McAfee's advanced anti-virus technology prevents costly virus infections." SUSE Linux is one of the world's leading providers of complete solutions based on the Open Source operating system Linux. In addition to operating systems and application software for private customers, SUSE offers software solutions and complete systems for the deployment of Linux in companies. SUSE supports its enterprise customers with a comprehensive range of qualified consulting, training, and support services. For further information, please visit http://www.suse.com. McAfee Security is a product division of Network Associates, Inc. that protects businesses from security breaches, virus attacks and blended threats. McAfee Security provides comprehensive network protection through industry leading anti-virus, encryption, desktop firewall, intrusion detection, vulnerability assessment and managed security technologies. All McAfee Security products and services are backed by the world-leading anti-virus research organization, AVERT (Anti-Virus Emergency Response Team), the team responsible for providing cures for major outbreaks like LoveLetter, CodeRed and Nimda. For more information, McAfee Security can be reached at 888-VIRUS-NO, and on the Internet at http://www.mcafeesecurity.com. With headquarters in Santa Clara, Calif., Network Associates, Inc. is a leading supplier of network security and availability solutions. Network Associates is comprised of three product groups: McAfee Security, delivering world-class anti-virus and security products; Sniffer Technologies, a leader in network availability and system security; and Magic Solutions, a leader in innovative service management solutions. For more information, Network Associates can be reached at 972-308-9960 or on the Internet at http://www.networkassociates.com. NOTE: Network Associates, McAfee, Sniffer and Magic Solutions are registered trademarks of Network Associates, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. All other registered and unregistered trademarks in this document are the sole property of their respective owners. Contacts: Tony Thompson Kimberly Weber Press Contact: |
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