ECIL Eci Telecom Ltd (MM)

ECI Telecom Ltd. (NASDAQ: ECIL), a global provider of networking infrastructure equipment, introduced today an advanced encryption solution that protects all types of data transmission over high-speed Ethernet networks. This new product, the Aurora-G, is part of ECI's offering for the government and military telecommunications market, as well as for other markets and applications where high security and data protection is desired. The Government & Defense Solutions (GDS) business unit provides best-of-breed solutions in this arena. Information transmitted within a network operator's campus is considered secure, but fiber optic cables connecting different campus sites are vulnerable as intruders can easily access or divert information being transmitted. Enhanced security for these points is critical, particularly for governments, militaries, financial organizations and utility companies, whose data transmissions are highly valuable and sensitive. By encrypting the data running over the fiber, a network operator can achieve the highest level of security for protection against external threats. ECI's Aurora-G card offers Layer-2 encryption and is integrated into ECI's flagship XDM� Multi-Service Provisioning Platform (MSPP) and All-Range� ROADM solution. By integrating the encryption functionality into the XDM, service providers can reduce network complexity, decrease power and space requirements and lower operational expenditures through integrated management tools. Aurora-G's functionalities, including its encryption keys, are managed remotely by ECI�s LightSoft� network management system. The Aurora-G encrypts high-capacity Ethernet traffic with the strongest encryption method available today - AES-256. Any piece of data that is not encrypted with the correct key or that was modified in any way is rejected, thus safeguarding the network. In this scenario, cryptanalysis, or an attempt to break this code, turns into a "mission impossible". Unlike other solutions, the Aurora-G does not affect delay-sensitive applications, such as video, due to its extremely low latency. It operates transparently in the network, not affecting quality of service, and guaranteeing the original high throughput and capacity of the network. "Our encryption solution provides the highest degree of protection available today, while guaranteeing top network performance. We are well-attuned to all of our customers' special needs, and our security offerings meet all the stringent regulations and requirements of the market," said Alon Moshes, Associate Vice President for Marketing and Product Strategy, Transport Networking Division, ECI Telecom. For a copy of the Aurora-G's white paper, please contact ECI Telecom's Media Relations. Please Visit ECI Telecom at Network Centric Warfare, Prague About ECI Telecom ECI Telecom delivers innovative communications platforms to carriers and service providers worldwide. ECI provides efficient platforms and solutions that enable customers to rapidly deploy cost-effective, revenue-generating services. Founded in 1961, Israel-based ECI has consistently delivered customer-focused networking solutions to the world�s largest carriers. The Company is also a market leader in many emerging markets. ECI provides scalable broadband access, transport and data networking infrastructure that provides the foundation for the communications of tomorrow, including next-generation voice, IPTV, mobility and other business solutions. For more information, please visit www.ecitele.com. Certain statements contained in this release may contain forward-looking information with respect to plans, projections or future performance of the Company. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, product and market acceptance risks, the impact of competitive pricing, product development, commercialization and technological difficulties and other risks detailed in the Company�s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.