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Aladdin Signs Partnership Agreement with Unisys to Offer Joint Security Solutions
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CHICAGO, February 20, 2008 - Aladdin Knowledge
Systems Ltd.
(NASDAQ:
ALDN), an information security leader specializing
in authentication, software DRM and content security, today announced a significant
partnership with Unisys Corporation (NYSE: UIS), a worldwide technology services
and security solutions company. The partnership follows Unisys internal use of the
Aladdin eToken strong authentication solution - announced April 9, 2007.
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Through the partnership, Unisys will expand its relationship with Aladdin to offer
the Aladdin eToken strong authentication and eSafe secure Web gateway solutions
to its global base of government and commercial customers. Aladdin eToken solutions
will be bundled with Unisys' existing security solutions, providing customers with
advanced identity management, privacy protection, data protection, and national
digital ID cards. Aladdin eSafe will be offered to enhance Unisys's portfolio of
content security and risk management solutions.
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"We are excited to incorporate Aladdin's products into our advanced and growing
security solutions portfolio," said Tim Kelleher, vice president of global security
solutions for Unisys.
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"Having successfully implemented Aladdin eToken internally, Unisys knows the innovation
and reliability Aladdin brings to authentication and security. This partnership
allows us to better serve our customers by offering quality solutions for strong
authentication and Web security products."
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Organizations deploying the Aladdin-Unisys offerings will receive one of the easiest-to-use
and administer two-factor authentication solutions available, as well as the most
complete Web gateway available. When deploying eToken, together with Unisys' Identity
Management solutions, customers can benefit from robust central user provisioning
and strong authentication capabilities to enable secure and consistent access to
corporate backend systems - protecting sensitive data, lowering IT cost, and boosting
productivity.
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Aladdin eToken offers strong authentication for a full range of solutions, including
secure VPN access and enhanced network access. Unisys also will offer its clients
the Aladdin eToken Token Management System (TMS) which enables full lifecycle management
of authentication tokens - including deployment to users, provisioning and ongoing
maintenance, the handling of lost or stolen tokens, and auditing and reporting.
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Aladdin
eSafe stands as an innovation leader, offering a comprehensive Web content
security platform for Web 2.0 attack prevention, spyware control, Web application
control, and malware protection. Unisys customers now have access to unmatched capabilities,
including the ability to inspect encrypted HTTP traffic (SSL/ HTTPS) and anti-anonymizer
technologies that prevent unauthorized user attempts to circumvent the organizational
Internet security measures. Scalable to protect both large government organizations
and small enterprises, Aladdin solutions are well positioned to serve Unisys' broad
range of customers.
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"Unisys offers Aladdin an opportunity to expand into new areas and markets that
have a need for high-end strong authentication and network security solutions,"
said Phil Pavay, vice president of global business development for Aladdin. "We
are excited to collaborate with Unisys on worldwide security initiatives to provide
security solutions that address the growing need for a scalable, unified gateway
and authentication security solutions."
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About Unisys
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Unisys is a worldwide information technology services and solutions company. We
provide consulting, systems integration, outsourcing and infrastructure services,
combined with powerful enterprise server technology. We specialize in helping clients
use information to create efficient, secure business operations that allow them
to achieve their business goals. Our consultants and industry experts work with
clients to understand their business challenges and create greater visibility into
critical linkages throughout their operations. For more information,
visit
www.unisys.com.
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About Aladdin eToken
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Aladdin eToken is the world leader for USB-based authentication solutions. eToken
provides strong user authentication and cost-effective password management solutions,
enabling secure network access, improved data security through enhanced encryption
and digital signing, as well as compliance with a wide range of regulatory requirements
worldwide. Visit
www.Aladdin.com/eToken.
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About Aladdin eSafe
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Aladdin eSafe protects against Web-based malware and zero-hour threats through an
in-line, wire-speed secure Web gateway featuring powerful
anti-spyware,
application level controls, and
URL filtering. eSafe also controls spam and inspects SMTP and
POP3 traffic though a proactive double engine
email security gateway.
Visit
www.Aladdin.com/eSafe.
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About Aladdin
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Aladdin Knowledge Systems'
Software Rights Management products are the #1 choice
of software developers and publishers to
protect intellectual property, increase
revenues, and reduce losses from
software piracy. Aladdin eToken is the world's
#1 USB-based authentication solution. The Aladdin eSafe secure Web gateway provides
the most advanced protection against the latest Web-based threats and attacks. Aladdin
has offices in 12 countries, a worldwide network of channel partners, and has won
numerous
awards for innovation. For more information, visit the Aladdin Web site
at www.Aladdin.com.
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Zintel Public Relations
310.574.8888
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Aladdin Investor Relations
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646.468.0481
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