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Internet Security Systems, Inc. (ISS) (NASDAQ: ISSX), the worldwide leader in preemptive, enterprise security, today announced that it has become the newest member of the SecureIT Alliance. Created by Microsoft, the Alliance consists of security industry leaders who are working together to develop products that protect consumers from threats to the Microsoft platform. The goal of the SecureIT Alliance is to facilitate an open exchange among members for sharing best practices on developing the best possible security products for computer users and ensuring that the products can be easily and tightly integrated with Microsoft�s platform. The Alliance also works to increase customer awareness of these solutions through a wealth of security-related materials continually posted to its Web site at http://www.secureitalliance.org. �Internet Security Systems is a key new addition to our Alliance,� said Gerry Albert, GM at Microsoft. �As a leader in preemptive security, ISS brings unique, multi-layered capabilities to the Microsoft platform, centered on protecting networks, desktops and servers before they suffer from attack. As a pioneer of vulnerability assessment and intrusion detection/prevention solutions, ISS will enhance the collaborative dialogue among our members and elevate the solutions guidance available to IT security professionals.� �The security industry has changed dramatically over the last decade,� said Pete Allor, director of intelligence for Internet Security Systems. �Online attackers are no longer isolated entities developing exploit code simply to gain notoriety. They are profit-driven, highly sophisticated and organized to the point that no one company or government organization can effectively safeguard the Internet on its own. The only way to combat the coordinated effort of the underground is to meet it head on with an alliance of key industry players that work together more efficiently and effectively than the cyber criminals.� Joining the SecureIT Alliance further expands ISS� robust industry collaboration effort. Through its responsible disclosure policy, ISS regularly works closely with major technology vendors including Microsoft to assist in reporting and correcting security flaws. Additionally, ISS is a member of several high-profile security initiatives including the National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC), which President Bush appointed ISS President and CEO Tom Noonan to serve on as a founding member in 2002. About Internet Security Systems, Inc. Internet Security Systems, Inc. (ISS) is the trusted security advisor to thousands of the world�s leading businesses and governments, providing preemptive protection for networks, desktops and servers. An established leader in security since 1994, the ISS Proventia� integrated security platform automatically protects against both known and unknown threats, keeping networks up and running and shielding customers from online attacks before they impact business assets. ISS products and services are based on the proactive security intelligence of its X-Force� research and development team � the unequivocal world authority in vulnerability and threat research. The ISS product line is also complemented by comprehensive Managed Security Services and Professional Security Services. For more information, visit the Internet Security Systems Web site at www.iss.net or call 800-776-2362. Internet Security Systems is a trademark and Proventia and X-Force are registered trademarks of Internet Security Systems, Inc. All other companies and products mentioned are trademarks and property of their respective owners. Internet Security Systems, Inc. (ISS) (NASDAQ: ISSX), the worldwide leader in preemptive, enterprise security, today announced that it has become the newest member of the SecureIT Alliance. Created by Microsoft, the Alliance consists of security industry leaders who are working together to develop products that protect consumers from threats to the Microsoft platform. The goal of the SecureIT Alliance is to facilitate an open exchange among members for sharing best practices on developing the best possible security products for computer users and ensuring that the products can be easily and tightly integrated with Microsoft's platform. The Alliance also works to increase customer awareness of these solutions through a wealth of security-related materials continually posted to its Web site at http://www.secureitalliance.org. "Internet Security Systems is a key new addition to our Alliance," said Gerry Albert, GM at Microsoft. "As a leader in preemptive security, ISS brings unique, multi-layered capabilities to the Microsoft platform, centered on protecting networks, desktops and servers before they suffer from attack. As a pioneer of vulnerability assessment and intrusion detection/prevention solutions, ISS will enhance the collaborative dialogue among our members and elevate the solutions guidance available to IT security professionals." "The security industry has changed dramatically over the last decade," said Pete Allor, director of intelligence for Internet Security Systems. "Online attackers are no longer isolated entities developing exploit code simply to gain notoriety. They are profit-driven, highly sophisticated and organized to the point that no one company or government organization can effectively safeguard the Internet on its own. The only way to combat the coordinated effort of the underground is to meet it head on with an alliance of key industry players that work together more efficiently and effectively than the cyber criminals." Joining the SecureIT Alliance further expands ISS' robust industry collaboration effort. Through its responsible disclosure policy, ISS regularly works closely with major technology vendors including Microsoft to assist in reporting and correcting security flaws. Additionally, ISS is a member of several high-profile security initiatives including the National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC), which President Bush appointed ISS President and CEO Tom Noonan to serve on as a founding member in 2002. About Internet Security Systems, Inc. Internet Security Systems, Inc. (ISS) is the trusted security advisor to thousands of the world's leading businesses and governments, providing preemptive protection for networks, desktops and servers. An established leader in security since 1994, the ISS Proventia(R) integrated security platform automatically protects against both known and unknown threats, keeping networks up and running and shielding customers from online attacks before they impact business assets. ISS products and services are based on the proactive security intelligence of its X-Force(R) research and development team - the unequivocal world authority in vulnerability and threat research. The ISS product line is also complemented by comprehensive Managed Security Services and Professional Security Services. For more information, visit the Internet Security Systems Web site at www.iss.net or call 800-776-2362. Internet Security Systems is a trademark and Proventia and X-Force are registered trademarks of Internet Security Systems, Inc. All other companies and products mentioned are trademarks and property of their respective owners.