Symantec To Deliver Detection Of New Boza Virus, The First Windows 95
Virus

Free Norton AntiVirus Update will be Available on Symantec's BBS and FTP &
Web Sites, CompuServe, America Online, and Microsoft Network

CUPERTINO, CALIF. -- FEBRUARY 7, 1996 -- Symantec Corporation (Nasdaq:
SYMC), the world's leading supplier of anti-virus software, today
announced that it will provide a virus definition update to detect the
first Windows 95 virus, preliminarily dubbed Boza (alias Bizatch).
Symantec's Boza update will provide detection for end-users and corporate
IS managers with Norton AntiVirus for Windows 95, Norton AntiVirus for
NetWare, Norton AntiVirus Scanner for NT, and Norton AntiVirus for DOS and
Windows. The update will be available by Friday, February 9 free on
Symantec's BBS and FTP & Web Sites, CompuServe, America Online, and
Microsoft Network.

BOZA VIRUS

The Boza virus, originating in Australia, is the first Windows 95 virus.
The Boza virus targets Windows 95, 32-bit executable files exclusively and
is not expected to affect DOS, Windows 3.x, or Windows NT files. In
addition, the Boza virus cannot be transmitted through document files.
Like the majority of computer viruses, it can be transmitted via the
Internet and floppy disks.

At this time, the virus is not in circulation and no Symantec customers
have reported infection. Symantec AntiVirus Research Center (SARC) experts
don't expect widespread distribution of this virus due to the immediate
response by the anti-virus community. "The Boza virus is the first Windows
95, 32-bit virus that's been developed," said Germaine Ward, director of
product management, Norton AntiVirus Group. "Comprehensive virus
protection is critical for Windows 95 users. Symantec has developed Boza
detection and is working on a repair to provide a complete solution to the
virus. In addition, it is important to note that users of all operating
systems are vulnerable to viruses. Norton AntiVirus provides the most
complete virus protection available, including detection and repair of the
Word Macro viruses, which are tremendously prolific," she added.

AVAILABILITY

Update files will be available free for download from the following online
areas:

 Symantec BBS            (541) 984-5366 (300, 1200, 2400 baud)
                         (541) 484-6669 (9600, 14400 baud)
 Symantec's FTP site     ftp.symantec.com
 Symantec's Web site     www.symantec.com
 CompuServe              GO SYMANTEC
 America Online          SYMANTEC

Symantec's anti-virus products are backed by an unsurpassed range of virus
information and update services. Users can access the Symantec AntiVirus
Reference Center on Symantec's web site to obtain up-to- date information
on the Boza and other viruses and virus protection. This area also
contains the latest virus definitions for all Symantec anti-virus
products, which are updated every month.

Additional virus information and update services include: The Virus Hotline
(541) 9-VIRUS-9; downloadable virus definitions from the Symantec BBS, the
Symantec FTP and Web sites on the Internet, CompuServe, America Online and
the Microsoft Network; and a monthly Virus Definition Disk Service (800)
343-4717 ext. 756. In addition, a quarterly virus definition subscription
service, the Norton AntiVirus Subscription Service, is available for an
annual fee of $39.95 plus tax.

Symantec Corporation develops, markets and supports a complete line of
application and system software products designed to enhance individual
and workgroup productivity as well as manage networked computing
environments. Platforms supported include IBM personal computers and
compatibles, Apple Macintosh computers as well as all major network
operating systems. Founded in 1982, the company has offices in the United
States, Canada, Australia, Japan and Europe. Information on the company
and its products can be obtained by calling (800) 441-7234 toll free, or
(541) 334-6054.

PRODUCT AND ORDERING INFORMATION:

Symantec Corporation
10201 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014 USA
Tel: 1-800-441-7234 or (541) 334-6054
 
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