Lutterworth, Leicestershire, United Kingdom - August 17, 2004 - Intercede Group plc, today announced that it has secured CAPS baseline approval for SecureDocTM, WinMagic's highly certified disk encryption product. This follows an extensive evaluation by CESG, the United Kingdom National Technical Authority for Information Security. Intercede is the sole distributor of CAPS Approved SecureDoc to all Her Majesty's Government (HMG) and UK Ministry of Defence customers.

SecureDoc for HMG - Disk Encryption
SecureDoc for HMG is a software based, full disk encryption product for PCs and Laptops running Windows 2000 or Windows XP.

Using SecureDoc for HMG, the hard disk is fully encrypted using the AES algorithm, implemented before the operating system is loaded to provide pre-boot protection. Boot time authentication is via CESG FIREGUARD password, or the combination of FIREGUARD password and cryptographic token (smart card or USB key). Once authenticated, SecureDoc is transparent to the user, all data written to the disk or read from the disk is automatically encrypted. SecureDoc's unique key file system enables multiple user access to the PC, a dual-boot capability providing access to separate operating systems under different keys and per-user disk access control, with each user having their own unique password.

SecureDoc has also achieved validations for Common Criteria and FIPS 140-1 level 2 validation. The SecureDoc FORTEZZA-based version is the ONLY disk encryption software certified by the National Standards Association (NSA) to safeguard US Government SECRET information.

"There is a large market for CAPS approved disk encryption products within HMG and Intercede already has at least one large government department committed to a deployment of SecureDoc for HMG." said Richard Parris, Chairman and Chief Executive, Intercede Group plc. "By combining SecureDoc for HMG with secure tokens, e.g. smart cards, and Intercede's MyID smart card and identity management system we offer a unique solution for protecting access to sensitive information across a wide range of applications. We expect to lever the benefits of this solution to generate sales revenues in the current year and beyond."

The CAPS approved version of SecureDoc is available now for HMG departments requiring a secure but simple to deploy disk encryption solution.

Call 01455 558 111 and ask for sales or Email sales@intercede.com

About Intercede
Intercede Group plc is a leading developer and supplier of smart card and identity management software listed on the London Stock Exchange (IGP LN) (IGP.L). The Group's MyID™ software manages the secure registration, issuance and lifecycle of digital identities for a wide range of uses. This requires the integration of multiple technologies and products from many different vendors, including smart cards, biometrics and digital certificates.
Intercede's customers cover a range of industries and include Barclays Bank, COLT Telecom, Fujitsu, Lloyds TSB, the NHS, Pink Roccade, Royal Bank of Scotland, Ubizen and various US and UK government agencies and departments.

For more information, visit Intercede's home page at http://www.intercede.com/ , call +44 (0) 1455 558 111 or Email info@intercede.com

About WinMagic
WinMagic Inc. is a privately held company located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. WinMagic's SecureDoc full disk encryption transparently protects sensitive data on computer disks and removable media. Featuring AES 256-bit algorithm, pre-boot authentication with password, smart cards and biometrics SecureDoc offers integration with all leading PKI systems. SecureDoc has earned an impressive list of validations such as Common Criteria, FIPS 140-1 level 2; its FORTEZZA-based version is the only disk encryption certified by the NSA for protection of SECRET data in US government agencies. Based on PKCS-11 standards, SecureDoc's encryption design is unique, offering unparalleled flexibility and enterprise wide key management without the common vulnerability of a "Master Password".

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