Cryptographic-based modules provide comprehensive security for VoIP devices as well as signaling and media channels

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario – (March 7, 2006)–As with any new technology, the security risks associated with voice-over Internet Protocol (VoIP) are not fully understood and dominant security protocols have not yet emerged. However by providing strong authentication and establishing trusted boot and secure key management in the device, manufacturers can take great strides towards thwarting attacks. To provide developers with the means to easily and cost-effectively secure devices as well as protect the signaling and media channels, Certicom Corp. (TSX: CIC) today launched Certicom Security for VoIP.

Certicom Security for VoIP is a flexible, standard-based solution for desktop VoIP handsets and mobile VoIP devices. The solution consists of multiple, integrated modules that implement key security protocols such as IPSec (IP security protocol), SSL/TLS (secure socket layer and transport layer security) and DTLS (Datagram Transport Layer Security protocol). It also provides the underlying cryptographic algorithms, trusted boot, secure provisioning and code signing technology, all of which are key to securing advanced applications such as IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) and Unlicensed Mobile Access communication (UMA).

"Manufacturers of VoIP devices need to carefully plan their security strategy at the outset to ensure they provide multi-level protection that doesn't significantly impact performance," said Rick Pitz, product manager for Certicom. "By ensuring their devices and access points are protected, device manufacturers can provide their customers with the assurance they need when rolling out their VoIP systems."

Certicom Security for VoIP

Comprehensive: Multiple modules provide complete security functionality including basic cryptography and protocols, key management, embedded trust services and code signing for software and firmware updates. The Certicom security modules include: Security Builder® ETS (embedded trust services), Certicom CodeSign, Security Builder BSP (board support package), Security Builder® SSL, Security Builder® IPSec, Security Builder® GSE, and Security Builder® Crypto.

Modular: The modular nature of the Certicom Security Architecture enables developers to easily add additional functionality to quickly and cost effectively meet evolving needs and protocols.

Portable: A common, intuitive application programming interface (API) enables developers to code across a wide range of hardware and operating system platforms, maximizing code reuse. This portability also gives developers the freedom to select the most effective solution, balancing cost and performance of the total system while getting to market faster.

Certicom Security for VoIP is available this quarter. The price for Certicom Security for VoIP varies depending on the number of platforms and toolkits selected. That price may include developer licenses, royalties, support and services depending on the customer's revenue model and requirements. For more information, visit www.certicom.com.

About Certicom
Certicom protects the value of your content, software and devices with government-approved security. Adopted by the National Security Agency (NSA) for classified and sensitive but unclassified government communications, Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) provides the most security per bit of any known public-key scheme. As the undisputed leader in ECC, Certicom security offerings are currently licensed to more than 300 customers including General Dynamics, Motorola, Oracle, Research In Motion and Unisys. Founded in 1985, Certicom's corporate offices are in Mississauga, ON, Canada with worldwide sales headquarters in Reston, VA and offices in the US, Canada and Europe. Visit www.certicom.com

About Sony Ericsson
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications serves the global communications market with innovative and feature-rich mobile phones, accessories, PC-cards and M2M solutions. Established as a joint venture by Sony and Ericsson in 2001, with global corporate functions located in London, the company employs approximately 5,000 people worldwide, including R&D sites in Europe, Japan, China and America. Sony Ericsson is the global title sponsor of the Women's Tennis Association, and works with the Association to promote the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour in over 80 cities during the year. For more information on Sony Ericsson, please visit www.sonyericsson.com

Certicom, Certicom Security Architecture, Certicom Trust Infrastructure, Certicom CodeSign, Certicom KeyInject, Security Builder, Security Builder API, Security Builder BSP, Security Builder Crypto, Security Builder ETS, Security Builder GSE, Security Builder IPSec, Security Builder NSE, Security Builder PKI and Security Builder SSL are trademarks or registered trademarks of Certicom Corp. All other companies and products listed herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. .

Forward-Looking Statements
Except for historical information contained herein, this news release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially. Factors that might cause a difference include, but are not limited to, those relating to the acceptance of mobile and wireless devices and the continued growth of e-commerce and m-commerce, the increase of the demand for mutual authentication in m-commerce transactions, the acceptance of Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) technology as an industry standard, the market acceptance of our principal products and sales of our customer's products, the impact of competitive products and technologies, the possibility of our products infringing patents and other intellectual property of fourth parties, and costs of product development. Certicom will not update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. More detailed information about potential factors that could affect Certicom's financial results is included in the documents Certicom files from time to time with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities.

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