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Ingrian Networks Brings Data Encryption to Higher Education Ensuring Security of Sensitive Information

Business Wire, July 10, 2006

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. -- Colleges and Universities Can Easily Deploy Encryption to Protect a Broad Range of Sensitive Data Including Social Security Numbers, Student Records and Employment Files

Ingrian(R) Networks, Inc., the leading provider of data privacy solutions, today announced the availability of an education bundle designed to help the higher education market create more robust security policies using hardware-based data encryption and centralized key and policy management. Ingrian is offering a solution brief and on-demand podcast outlining best practices to help colleges and universities create solid security policies around safeguarding student, faculty and donor sensitive information, such as social security numbers. To download a complimentary copy of the education solution brief and access the podcast, go to http://www.ingrian.com/info/education/.> A major concern for any higher education institution is the exposure of social security numbers due to having distributed systems that contain these numbers and a variety of additional sensitive student and employee information. To safeguard confidential information and ensure data privacy, universities need to implement data encryption and understand the implications of deploying the various encryption solutions currently available in the market.

"Universities can take a pre-emptive strike against security breaches by tightening security policies to lock out perpetrators. Centralized key and policy management, along with centralized reporting and logging, are critical elements to achieving this and preventing data breaches," said Karim Toubba, vice president of product management and corporate strategy for Ingrian Networks. "Ingrian DataSecure can help universities safeguard their sensitive data, and these new tools can help security and IT managers learn more about best practices for encryption so that they can make the best decisions based on their specific infrastructure."

Through the end of August, Ingrian will offer higher education institutions special pricing for its Education i110 DataSecure Bundle. Universities and colleges are eligible to receive the bundle solution for nearly 50% off the current price until August 31, 2006.

To request the Education Solution Brief on Data Privacy and Encryption and receive access to the complimentary education podcast, go to http://www.ingrian.com/info/education/.> About DataSecure Platforms

Ingrian DataSecure Platforms provide an intelligent, cost-effective way to protect critical data from both internal and external threats. Featuring dedicated hardware appliances and patent-pending cryptography software, Ingrian's solutions deliver capabilities for granular encryption, seamless integration, and centralized security management. With its solutions, Ingrian supports:

--Retailers, financial institutions, and payment processors in adhering to card issuer security policies like the Payment Card Industry's (PCI) Data Security Standard.

--Organizations around the world seeking to comply with privacy legislation, such as California's SB 1386, Europe's Data Protection Directive, and many others.

--Financial institutions seeking to comply with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act.

--Government agencies striving to adhere to the Federal Information Security Management Act.

About Ingrian Networks

Ingrian Networks brings complete data privacy to the enterprise. With Ingrian DataSecure Platforms, organizations can protect critical data from both internal and external threats, and ensure compliance with legislative and policy mandates for security. DataSecure features a dedicated security appliance and specialized software that enables organizations to encrypt critical data in applications and databases. With its capabilities for granular encryption, seamless integration, and centralized security management, DataSecure enables organizations to guard against a range of security threats, with unparalleled ease and cost effectiveness. Ingrian is a privately held company backed by such investors as Globespan Capital Partners, HighBAR Ventures, Menlo Ventures, Partech International, and Prism Venture Partners. For more information, visit http://www.ingrian.com.