2003-06-11

MADRID, SPAIN – June 11, 2003 – Multinational antivirus leader Panda

Panda Software™ WELCOMES Microsoft™ INITIATIVES FOR IMPROVED computer

security

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Software™ reacted affirmatively to yesterday’s Microsoft’s acquisition of

GeCAD software, which Microsoft™ states it will use to enhance the Windows

platform and extend support for third-party antivirus vendors.

"We have worked with Microsoft for two years now on a better infrastructure

for antivirus management, and we will continue to do so,” said Mikel

Urizarbarrena, CEO and President of Panda Software. “Microsoft’s first step

will help set standards and let users and developers focus on fighting

viruses.”

Patrick Hinojosa, CTO of Glendale, CA based Panda Software USA, added,

“Hackers don't respect categories. Early this year, our Antivirus Appliance

was able to stop Slammer, actually a denial of service attack. We predict

that categories of intrusion will continue to be blurred, and that anti-

virus will redefine itself as anti-malware, which will challenge the best

expert teams. Our philosophy of proactive defense will help our users

remain as safe as possible into the future."

Hinojosa continued, “Network and security managers know that not all virus

labs are created equal, and many already know that Panda's labs are the

best in the world. We look forward to helping many, many more. Prudent

managers know they need to put Panda in their network stack, to achieve

optimum security.”

About Panda Software

Panda Software (http://www.pandasoftware.com) is the first company to allow

truly automatic daily signature updates, as well as centralized

administration of antivirus protection, both of which have revolutionized

the antivirus industry.

Panda Software is known for its user-friendly policies, including free

telephone support for corporate customers, expanded competitive renewal

programs and free disinfection services. All of its products feature

exclusive SmartClean™ technology and are endorsed by major industry

watchdogs including ICSA Labs and Checkmark.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Alan Wallace

VP, Corporate Communications & Public Relations USA

(818) 543-6909