SANTA CLARA, CA, Aug 05, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR), a global leader in high performance networking, and Sourcefire (NASDAQ: FIRE) the creators of Snort(R) and a leader in intelligent cyber-security solutions, today announced that the companies are working together through Extreme Networks Go Purple(TM) Partner Program to provide dynamic, automated and secure network infrastructure.

Detecting threats and vulnerabilities has proven a challenge to global businesses that need to protect their assets, employees and revenues from being compromised by a variety of network threats. To this end, Sourcefire delivers industry-leading intrusion prevention solutions that can integrate with Extreme Networks(R) ExtremeXOS(R)-based BlackDiamond(R) and Summit(R) switching families. The combination of switching and intrusion detection results in a highly effective, real-time security awareness and response to threats and vulnerabilities.

As part of jointly carried-out product testing between the companies, the Sourcefire solution passed detailed event information directly to Extreme Networks Ethernet switches, allowing the combined system to detect, respond to, and mitigate threats dynamically and automatically while maintaining services across the network. The benefit of the combined solution is that network administrators can eliminate threats in real time and keep a detailed view of events occurring with users, devices and services across the network.

"We are working with Extreme Networks due to its commitment to leading edge network infrastructure that supports a deeper approach to security," said Allen Male, Vice President, Strategic Accounts for Sourcefire. "The Go Purple program helps customers extend their choices to Sourcefire in locking down their networks. We have already integrated our IPS capabilities with Extreme Networks product line to help common customers meet their needs for a secure and robust network."

"Extreme Networks and Sourcefire serve organizations who want to take back control of their networks with security solutions that offer intelligence and visibility," said Dick O'Hara, Senior Director of Business Development for Extreme Networks. "Sourcefire Intrusion Prevention System and Real Time Network Awareness tools make for a best-in-class security portfolio."

Extreme Networks high performance enterprise network solutions, including its award-winning Ethernet switches, are designed to provide organizations with scalable, flexible and secure networks that meet the needs of users, applications and converged communications.

About Sourcefire

Sourcefire, Inc. is a world leader in intelligent Cybersecurity solutions. Sourcefire is transforming the way Global 2000 organizations and government agencies manage and minimize network security risks. Sourcefire's IPS and Real-time Adaptive Security solution equips customers with an efficient and effective layered security defense -- protecting network assets before, during and after an attack. Through the years, Sourcefire has been consistently recognized for its innovation and industry leadership by customers, media and industry analysts alike -- with more than 50 awards and accolades. Today, the names Sourcefire and founder Martin Roesch have grown synonymous with innovation and network security intelligence. For more information about Sourcefire, please visit www.sourcefire.com.

Extreme Networks, Inc.

Extreme Networks provides converged Ethernet network infrastructure that support data, voice and video for enterprises and service providers. The company's network solutions feature high performance, high availability and scalable switching solutions that enable organizations to address real-world communications challenges and opportunities. Operating in more than 50 countries, Extreme Networks provides wired and wireless secure LANs, data center infrastructure and Service Provider Ethernet transport solutions that are complemented by global, 24x7 service and support. For more information, visit: http://www.extremenetworks.com

Extreme Networks, Summit, BlackDiamond and ExtremeXOS are registered trademarks of Extreme Networks, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other names are the property of their respective owners.

Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including without limitation statements as to features and benefits of the combined solution, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date. Because such statements deal with future events, they are subject to risks and uncertainties, including network design and actual results of use of the product in different environments. We undertake no obligation to update the forward-looking information in this release. Other important factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are contained in the Company's 10-Qs and 10-Ks which are on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. http://www.sec.gov

For more information, contact:
Extreme Networks Public Relations
Greg Cross
408 579 3483
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