IMpasse Systems Launches Its Powerful Instant Messaging Encryption Gateway, IMpasse, That Keeps Your Online Conversations PRIVATE.

The phenomenal growth of instant messaging (IM) revolutionizes the world of real-time communication, security experts are leaving no doubt about commercial IMs one glaring weakness: Networks such as AOLs AIM, Yahoos Messenger, and MSNs Messenger transmit users conversations completely unprotected — as plain text over the Internet. These communications can be easily observed, intercepted, stored and manipulated; imposters can also appropriate screen names and send messages designed to deceive. The threat posed to ones personal security is clear. The potential cost to businesses is beyond calculation. Today, IMpasse Systems is proud to announce a dramatic remedy to this problem with the release of its powerful Instant Messaging Privacy and Security Software: IMpasse v.1.0. IMpasse is a lightweight, powerful instant messaging encryption gateway that works seamlessly and concurrently with the three most popular platforms, AIM, MSN Messenger, and Yahoo Messenger. IMpasse encrypts and decrypts messages using 3072 bit modulus RSA encryption for its automatic key exchange, and 448 bit CBC mode Blowfish encryption for conversations, virtually guaranteeing secure transmission.

New York, NY – June 11th, 2002 — As the phenomenal growth of instant messaging (PRWEB) June 14, 2002 -time communication, security experts are leaving no doubt about commercial IMs one glaring weakness:

Networks such as AOLs AIM, Yahoos Messenger, and MSNs Messenger transmit users conversations completely unprotected — as plain text over the Internet. These communications can be easily observed, intercepted, stored and manipulated; imposters can also appropriate screen names and send messages designed to deceive. The threat posed to ones personal security is clear. The potential cost to businesses is beyond calculation.

Today, IMpasse Systems is proud to announce a dramatic remedy to this problem with the release of its powerful Instant Messaging Privacy and Security Software: IMpasse v.1.0.

IMpasse is a lightweight, powerful instant messaging encryption gateway that works seamlessly and concurrently with the three most popular platforms, AIM, MSN Messenger, and Yahoo Messenger. IMpasse encrypts and decrypts messages using 3072 bit modulus RSA encryption for its automatic key exchange, and 448 bit CBC mode Blowfish encryption for conversations, virtually guaranteeing secure transmission.

A few fleeting instant messages might not reveal much about you, but several months worth of online conversations compromises your privacy and personal security. If you use instant messenger on a regular basis and value your privacy, you should encrypt your messages no matter how pure or innocent they may be," warns IMpasse Systems President, Chris Matteo.

Corporate and individual users can purchase IMpasse for a modest fee ($19.95 US) and ensure the privacy of their conversations by visiting www.im-passe.com. For a limited time, you get a free copy of IMpasse to give to a friend with every purchase.

About IMpasse Systems: IMpasse Systems is a leading designer of information security solutions, offering software products and consulting services to corporations and individuals. Founded in 2001, IMpasse Systems has offices in New York City, and employs a team of security and communication experts.

CONTACT: Chris Matteo, President, IMpasse Systems, LLC

111 East 30th Street – Suite 19c • New York, NY 10016 • (917) 856-8164 info@im-passe.com