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RSA Security Delivers Comprehensive Java Security Solution

 RSA BSAFE(R) Crypto-J 3.2 Software Doubles Speed and Performance; RSA BSAFE
            Cert-J 2.0 Software Offers New XML-Signing Capability

    RSA(R) CONFERENCE, SAN FRANCISCO, April 9 /PRNewswire/ --
RSA Security Inc. (Nasdaq: RSAS), the most trusted name in e-security(TM),
today announced the latest versions of its RSA BSAFE(R) Java security
solutions.  Offering a comprehensive security solution for Java developers,
RSA Security has enhanced its RSA BSAFE Crypto-J and RSA BSAFE Cert-J security
software to help enable applications to encrypt and share information
securely, verify the correspondent's authenticity, and confirm data integrity.
    The new performance improvements are designed to allow developers to use
the RSA BSAFE Crypto-J software's algorithms at increased levels of speed and
throughput.  The patented MultiPrime(TM) technology, incorporating technology
licensed from Compaq Computer Corporation, is designed to process
encryption/signing tasks, such as SSL transactions and non-repudiation
operations, at more than two times faster than previous methods.
Additionally, RSA BSAFE Crypto-J software supports PKCS #11, a cryptographic
standard designed for communication with hardware accelerator cards and smart
cards.  These powerful, performance improvements are designed to provide
developers with unprecedented levels of quality, speed and performance for
their business applications.
    RSA Security also has enhanced its RSA BSAFE Cert-J software with
XML-signing capability, which is designed to give developers the ability to
embed strong and reliable data security, integrity and authentication features
within their applications.  RSA BSAFE Cert-J software provides Java developers
with trusted security components that enable their applications to function
reliably in a public key infrastructure (PKI) environment.  Based on open
standards and rigorously tested for multi-vendor compatibility and
interoperability, RSA BSAFE Cert-J software provides a powerful, one-stop
security solution for companies striving to "PKI-enable" their enterprise
applications.
    "With the most recent performance additions to RSA BSAFE Crypto-J
software, as well as the communication and authentication benefits of the RSA
BSAFE Cert-J product, RSA Security has reinforced its commitment to providing
reliable, time-tested security solutions for Java application developers,"
said Bill McQuaide, vice president of product marketing at RSA Security.
"This powerful combination provides a strong security foundation for
developers looking to embed open and interoperable Java cryptography and
PKI-enabling solutions within their applications."
    The RSA BSAFE line of security software is embedded in today's most
successful Internet applications, including Web browsers, wireless devices,
commerce servers, e-mail systems and virtual private network products.  Built
to provide implementations of standards such as SSL, SMIME, WTLS, IPSec and
PKCS, RSA BSAFE products can save developers time and risk in their
development schedules.

    Availability and Pricing
    The newest version of RSA BSAFE Crypto-J security software is available
immediately.  RSA BSAFE Cert-J software will be available during Q2 2001.  For
additional information, please visit http://www.rsasecurity.com or call 800-PUBLIKEY.

    About Compaq MultiPrime
    Compaq Computer Corporation holds the rights to the use of MultiPrime(TM)
technology, which RSA Security has licensed for use in its cryptographic
software developer kits.  If you are interested in obtaining a MultiPrime
patent, or in using MultiPrime technology in a hardware security device,
please contact Compaq.

    About RSA Security Inc.
    RSA Security Inc., the most trusted name in e-security, helps
organizations build secure, trusted foundations for e-business through its RSA
SecurID(R) two-factor authentication, RSA BSAFE encryption and RSA Keon(R)
digital certificate management systems.  With approximately one billion RSA
BSAFE-enabled applications in use worldwide, more than eight million RSA
SecurID authentication users and almost 20 years of industry experience, RSA
Security has the proven leadership and innovative technology to address the
changing security needs of e-business and bring trust to the online economy.
RSA Security can be reached at http://www.rsasecurity.com.

    NOTE:  RSA, BSAFE, Keon and SecurID are registered trademarks, and The
Most Trusted Name in e-Security is a trademark of RSA Security Inc.
MultiPrime(TM) is a trademark of Compaq Computer Corporation.  All other
products and services mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.
    This press release contains forward-looking statements relating to the
anticipated release of the enhanced RSA BSAFE Cert-J software.  Such
statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties.  Among the important
factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those
indicated by such forward-looking statements are delays in product
development, technical difficulties, software bugs and errors, competitive
pressures, changes in customer requirements, market acceptance of new
technologies, failure to develop or maintain strategic partner relationships,
technological changes in the computer industry and the risk factors detailed
from time to time in RSA Security's periodic reports and registration
statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including
without limitation RSA Security's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on
March 28, 2001.


SOURCE RSA Security Inc.




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    CONTACT:
    Patrick Corman of Corman Communications,
    650-326-9648, or patrick@cormancom.com, for RSA Security Inc.; or
    Taryn Upchurch of RSA Security Inc., 650-295-7635, or
    tupchurch@rsasecurity.com