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News Release JAWS Technologies Offers Encryption Solution for Microsoft Outlook 98 Security Flaw Business Wire - February 09, 1999 11:49 CALGARY, Alberta--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 9, 1999--JAWS Technologies Inc. (Nasdaq/OTC BB:JAWZ), a provider of the best in information security technologies and practices, offers Microsoft(R) Outlook(tm) 98 users a solution to the security flaw recently discovered in the messaging client software. The identified security flaw in Outlook(tm) 98, where replies to encrypted e-mails are sent back unencrypted, can be addressed using JAWS L5 E-Mail Encryption software. The new e-mail encryption product acts as a security plug-in for the messaging client software. When configured with Outlook(tm), e-mail users have immediate, full time 4096 bit encryption technology to protect the integrity of e-mail messages and associated attachments, without risk. This solution can be used to replace the flawed encryption capabilities of Outlook(tm) 98 for customers using the corporate/workgroup configuration as well as serve as a more powerful encryption feature to other messaging client software including Microsoft(R) Outlook(tm) Express/97, Netscape(R) Messenger, Qualcomm(R) Eudora and Pegasus Mail. "We are pleased to offer JAWS L5 E-Mail Encryption product as an immediate solution to a rather significant concern," states Robert Kubbernus, CEO, JAWS Technologies Inc. "The recent security flaw found in the Microsoft(R) Outlook(tm) 98 product is further validation that even the world's biggest technology developers are vulnerable. Companies like JAWS have unique talent and capabilities designed to address the enormous weaknesses in information technology. Security is now a 'must have' versus a 'like to have' concern in the corporate world. Corporations now view IT security as more than just safety of their information and client confidentiality but also their own brand protection." The JAWS L5 E-Mail Encryption solution is a unique combination of strong encryption software integrated with a public key system to create secure e-mail routines. JAWS Technologies has developed a protocol that addresses the vulnerabilities of unsecure e-mail transactions. This e-mail solution involves the use of a central public key server and instantaneous encryption processes. Clients utilizing this solution have strong, fast, easy-to-use and compact security to protect sensitive e-mail messages against unauthorized access. Commercial release of JAWS L5 E-Mail Encryption is expected at the end of the first quarter of 1999 following the completion of the beta test period. To review "Microsoft's flawed Outlook" announcement, please see news.com . About JAWS Technologies JAWS Technologies, Inc. is dedicated to the development and integration of information risk management strategies for secure business practices on a global scale. JAWS Technologies offers an extensive security consulting practice that addresses explicit business requirements. The JAWS IT Security Practice, performed by a team of high caliber security experts, encompasses a robust series of IT audit routines. JAWS Technologies is at the forefront of the cryptography industry with uncompromised security technologies. The sophistication of proprietary security technology solutions coupled with leading edge packaged data encryption software products provides JAWS clients fast, strong and easy-to-use security management tools. For more information, visit the company's web site at jawstech.com . All trademarks are property of their respective owners. Forward-looking statements and comments in this press release are made pursuant to safe harbor provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such statements relating to, among other things, the prospects for the companies to complete the transaction and enhance operating results, are necessarily subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which are significant in scope and nature. These risks may be further discussed in periodic reports and registration statements to be filed by the Company from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission in the future. JAWS TECHNOLOGIES INC. (Nasdaq/OTC BB:JAWZ) Suite 380, 603 - 7th Avenue SW / Calgary, Alberta T2P 2T5 Phone 403/508-5055; 888/301-5297 / Fax 403/508-5058 CONTACT: JAWS Technologies Inc., Calgary, Alberta Robert Kubbernus, CEO Barrie Einarson, Investor Relations 888/301-5297 Barrie Einarson JAWS Investor Relations 1-888-301-5297 mailto:invrel@jawstech.comjawstech.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Keep your data safe! Download a free trial copy of L5 Data Encryption Software. Click here: jawstech.com