ICSA, Inc. Enhances Internet Security Service with Addition of TruSecure Intranet Module; Extends proactive system evaluation, improvement and information to internal corporate LANs.

RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 28, 1999--

ICSA, Inc. today announced an enhancement to TruSecure(TM) extending coverage to include security vulnerabilities found inside the corporate network.

TruSecure, a comprehensive security service, will now include an Intranet module that provides proactive system evaluation, improvement and information for internal corporate networks. This component enhances the security offering by addressing internal network security issues including desktops, critical servers and modem connections.

"While outsider intrusion is and continues to be a growing concern, studies reveal that inside attacks are frequent and can be very destructive in terms of lost data, time and money. The Intranet enhancement to TruSecure will help guard against disgruntled employees, innocent mistakes, improper information sharing and also regulates the administration of user rights and permissions," said Peter Tippett, Chairman and Chief Technologist at ICSA, Inc.

"By extending the focus of TruSecure, ICSA can enable corporations to address inside security issues in a logical and methodical way that will greatly enhance their security posture."

A recent survey conducted by Information Security (www.infosecuritymag.com) magazine indicates that while security has improved in the past year, breaches cost organizations an average of $256,000 during l998. The 745 total respondents to the 1999 Industry Survey also indicated that companies suffer employee access abuses more that any other type of security breach.

Intranet Module Capabilities

The TruSecure Intranet security controls have been developed by ICSA Labs in response to current, real, security concerns and include a set of criteria, electronic testing, policy validation and information sharing. Adopting standard practices, looking at evolving and changing threats and enhancing criteria to address new threats keeps TruSecure clients secure in an ongoing manner.

Security Controls

TruSecure Intranet provides a set of security controls that address all aspects of information security. Developed from ICSA Labs' extensive research, TruSecure offers proven security controls structured under five major categories of risk: -- Electronic Threats and Vulnerabilities -- Malicious Code -- Downtime -- Privacy -- Physical Security

These controls are easy to implement yet comprehensive in addressing prevalent security threats throughout an enterprise. TruSecure provides safeguards that are maintainable and optimize the capabilities of current security technologies.

Electronic Validation

With recurrent electronic assessments, TruSecure Intranet continuously verifies that existing internal security investments are providing protection. These measures enable secure deployment of other Internet initiatives.

Policy Validation

TruSecure Intranet includes practical reviews to verify that policies and procedures support an organization's security posture. Working with our customer's security staff, TruSecure analysts focus on Operational and Security Policies, Access Permissions for Critical Devices, Anti-Virus Verification Procedure, Anti-Virus Protection Policies and Procedures, Human Resource Policies, Modem Activity Testing, Internal File and Print Server Sharing Policies, and Security Posture and Policy Assessment.

Pricing and Availability

Pricing for TruSecure varies depending on the size of the network. For individual price quotes call 888/396-8348. For additional information about TruSecure visit the ICSA website at www.trusecure.net.

About ICSA, Inc.

ICSA, Inc., a GartnerGroup affiliate, is the world's source of objective, independent, Internet security services. Through ICSA's TruSecure(TM) suite of services, businesses are reducing their information security risks, enabling expansion of Internet technology implementation. ICSA has used its leadership and expertise to support the growth of Internet business and commerce worldwide.

ICSA headquarters are located in Reston, Virginia. For additional information, visit the ICSA website at www.icsa.net.