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Webroot(R) Research Finding: Most Small and Mid-Sized Businesses Worldwide Are Exposed to the Growing Wave of Internet Security Threats -- Seve

BOULDER, Colo. (Business Wire EON) October 16, 2007 -- "Unlike larger corporations, SMBs often lack the monetary resources and IT expertise to install and maintain the type of protection needed in the face of today's growing malware threats. The real dichotomy here is that most of these companies think the real threats are viruses and worms, but the reality is the percentage of spyware is much higher and growing quickly," said Peter Watkins, CEO, Webroot Software. "As a result, these companies are easier targets for cyber criminals when compared to larger companies with dedicated IT security resources."

Consistent around the world, SMBs make up the overwhelming majority of the world's business landscape, totaling more than 99.5 percent of all businesses in each country surveyed and representing more than 50 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in each country. Because of the sheer number of SMBs worldwide, they are easy for criminals to find and have several consistent internal attributes that heighten their Internet security risk, including:

-- Pervasive Internet use. Seventy-seven percent of SMBs said their success depends on the Internet.

-- Home-based and remote workers. Up to 52 percent of new businesses are home-based or remote.

-- The need to store valuable customer and employee data due to online sales.

According to the report released by Webroot, SMBs are increasingly connected in order to do business, but there are a number of other factors impacting their IT security, including:

-- Lack of in-house security expertise.

-- Limited budget and resource constraints.

-- A constant struggle to keep pace with a growing mobile workforce.

-- Absence of policies managing personal use of work computers.

-- Increasing volume of sensitive customer and employee data.

-- A rapidly evolving threat landscape.

"We're seeing a perfect storm developing that could possibly have serious economic impact. SMBs are heavily reliant on the Internet for their work, making them a target. Compounding matters, there has been a 183 percent increase in websites harboring spyware since January 2007, and SMBs aren't defending themselves adequately," added Watkins. "Given that these companies are the lifeblood of the world's leading economies in both revenue generation and employment, we have a situation that could expose both businesses and customers to a very real, significant and growing threat on a global basis."

Report Highlights:

-- Low Awareness and Misperception of Real Problem. In all six countries surveyed, SMBs reported viruses and worms as more of a threat than spyware, yet last year spyware threats increased while viruses were on the decline.

-- High Virus Infection Rates Despite Protection. Approximately 96 percent of respondents reported that they have an antivirus solution installed, but more than 60 percent of respondents in Canada, France and the U.S. still reported a virus infection in the past year, which reflects the need for broader protection due to the increasingly complex nature of malware threats, and the need for someone to help manage the solution.

-- Lack of Policies for Perceived Threats. To the extent that SMBs view employee errors and data theft as serious threats, 40 to 60 percent lack a policy to restrict or monitor employees' personal use of work computers.

-- Limited or No IT Staff. Approximately 40 percent of SMBs in Japan reported having no IT department at all, while three-fourths of SMBs surveyed have fewer than ten people in IT. The lack of in-house security expertise helps explain why 61 percent of SMBs have never sought information about how to properly protect customer and employee data.

The State of Internet Security report is issued quarterly as an in-depth review and analysis of the most pressing computer and data security-related concerns. Each report focuses on a specific aspect of information security, and provides industry data, trends and best practices in light of the threat landscape. The State of Internet Security: Protecting Small and Medium Businesses report includes survey results of companies with five to 999 computers in six countries: Canada, France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States. Webroot is also offering a companion guide called, "A Guide to Security for Small & Medium Business" to help SMBs protect themselves.

The complete report is available at www.webroot.com/sois.

ABOUT WEBROOT:

Webroot Software, Inc. provides industry-leading security software for consumers, enterprises and small and medium businesses worldwide. Globally recognized for its award-winning Spy Sweeper(R) line of antispyware and antivirus products, Webroot security software consistently receives top review ratings by respected third-party experts and has been adopted by millions globally. Webroot(R) AntiSpyware Corporate Edition (formerly Spy Sweeper Enterprise) is a comprehensive, centrally managed solution that aggressively blocks, detects and eradicates spyware on desktops across the network. Webroot(R) 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.

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