Webroot Chosen as Finalist in SC Magazine Awards Program

Business Wire, Dec 18, 2007

Readers Select Webroot[R] Antispyware Corporate Edition with Antivirus as Top Anti-Malware Solution

BOULDER, Colo. -- Webroot Software, Inc., a leading provider of Internet security solutions for the consumer, enterprise and SMB markets, has been named a finalist in SC Magazine Awards program for outstanding achievement in information-technology (IT) security. Webroot[R] AntiSpyware Corporate Edition with AntiVirus was chosen as a finalist in the Reader's Trust Award Best Anti-malware Solution category of the competition.

"Finalists in this year's SC Magazine awards, including Webroot, represent a cross section of the security industry's best in class," said SC Magazine Editor-in-Chief Illena Armstrong. "Our readers recognize that these companies are making today's businesses more secure."

Webroot AntiSpyware Corporate Edition with AntiVirus was among more than 600 entries submitted in more than 30 technology categories. The annual SC Magazine Awards have recognized security's key contributors and outstanding products for more than a decade. Finalists of the SC Magazine Awards program are determined through voting conducted by the publication's readers who vote for what they view as the solution that is most effective at helping them to address their security challenges.

"It truly is an honor to be selected as a finalist by the people we hope to impress the most - enterprise IT management," said Mike Irwin, COO, Webroot Software. "We've worked hard to create an industry leading product that is easy to deploy, simple to manage and one of the most effective in its class for meeting the challenges of today's growing malware problem."

Webroot AntiSpyware Corporate Edition with AntiVirus protects businesses of all sizes from harmful spyware, viruses and malware attacks. An effective, yet easy-to-use solution, Webroot AntiSpyware Corporate Edition with AntiVirus combines Webroot's award-winning antispyware protection with powerful best-of-breed antivirus protection. The result is a new standard of protection that offers superior value, ensures business continuity and productivity, and is in use worldwide in some of the most demanding enterprise environments.

Winners of this year's awards will be announced at an exclusive awards event to be held in San Francisco April 8, 2008.

ABOUT SC Magazine:

SC Magazine provides IT security professionals with in-depth and unbiased information through timely news, comprehensive analysis, cutting-edge features, contributions from thought leaders and the best, most extensive collection of product reviews in the business. By offering a consolidated view of IT security through independent product tests and well-researched editorial content that provides the contextual backdrop for how these IT security tools will address larger demands put on businesses today, SC Magazine enables IT security pros to make the right security decisions for their companies. The brand's portfolio includes the SC Magazine Awards, SC Directory, SC Magazine Newswire and SC Magazine IT Security Executives Forums.

ABOUT WEBROOT:

Webroot Software, Inc. provides industry leading security software for consumers, enterprises and small and medium businesses worldwide. Globally recognized for the award-winning Spy Sweeper[R] line of antispyware and antivirus products, Webroot security solutions consistently receive top review ratings by respected third-party experts and has been adopted by millions globally. Webroot AntiSpyware Corporate Edition is a comprehensive, centrally managed solution that aggressively blocks, detects and eradicates spyware on desktops across the network. Webroot AntiSpyware Corporate Edition with AntiVirus offers combined protection for spyware and viruses. Webroot products can be found online at www.webroot.com and on the shelves of leading retailers worldwide. To find out more visit www.webroot.com or call 1-800-772-9383.

(c)2007 Webroot Software, Inc. All rights reserved. Webroot and Spy Sweeper are registered trademarks or trademarks of Webroot Software, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.