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Tumbleweed� Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:TMWD), the industry�s leading pure play messaging security vendor, today released key survey findings on approaches and concerns for managed file transfer, particularly in the financial and healthcare sectors. Tumbleweed, Ziff Davis and The Strategy Group, an independent research company, conducted a survey among 1159 IT executives to learn about how they transfer sensitive data and files. When probed about the greatest file transfer concerns, 83 percent of respondents noted �compromise of security� as one of their top two file transfer worries, while 73 percent responded �loss of personal data� as a top fear. Despite expressing concern for keeping data and files safe, survey respondents went on to indicate they rely on insecure file transfer practices to exchange data, like email or homegrown file transfer solutions. Email is the most common method for file transfer, with 87 percent of companies utilizing it, despite security shortcomings and attachment size limits. Email is followed by homegrown file transfers (FTP) servers, with 83 percent of companies using them, even with marginal data security and reporting. Unlike email and homegrown solutions, secure file transfer products, like Tumbleweed�s SecureTransport� product suite, ensure secure file transfer while preventing the loss of customer, partner and personal data. With Tumbleweed�s SecureTransport product suite, organizations can accept, validate, and secure incoming connections and file transfers, regardless of file size, ranging from small files to extremely large ones. The product suite is based on open standards allowing for consolidation of homegrown FTP server solutions, for central system management and monitoring across multiple sites or applications. The SecureTransport product suite encrypts all files on the server to the end user ensuring security and reliability of information at all times during transmission. However, many survey respondents acknowledge the need to implement Secure FTP, with 28 percent planning to implement this solution over the next 12 months, indicating a trend to move away from email or homegrown FTP to a more secure file transfer. �These survey results underscore the fact that companies have the best intentions when it comes to keeping important data and files safe during transfer, yet they may not have adequate technology in place to do so, leaving data vulnerable,� said Kathryn Hughes, Director of Product Marketing for the SecureTransport product suite at Tumbleweed. �Tumbleweed has created an easier way for managed file transfer, addressing issues that enterprises face, whether it be an over reliance on email or lack of file transfer security, the SecureTransport product suite reduces security risk while improving centralized file transfer management and compliance.� The survey also uncovered that 66 percent of companies admit to using physical media to transport files. Important data is sent on tapes, CDs and other media via couriers and express companies, in spite of the risk of lost or stolen data and data becoming out-of-date prior to arrival. Lastly, 37 percent of respondents allow individual users to manager their own file transfers, rather than utilizing a central console for central management and administration. Fortunately, 69 percent of respondents centrally manage file transfer via the IT department. About Tumbleweed SecureTransport Tumbleweed's SecureTransport product suite is an industry leading enterprise managed file transfer solution. It enables the exchange of valuable and sensitive data over the Internet in a secure and reliable manner. The SecureTransport products suite is a centrally managed, client-server solution supporting a broad set of secure, open standard file transfer protocols, including FTP, FTPS, HTTP, HTTPS, SSH (SFTP and SCP), and AS2. The SecureTransport product suite is available as an appliance or software solution. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT Tumbleweed cautions that forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on current plans and expectations as of the date of this press release, and that a number of factors could cause the actual results to differ materially from the guidance given at this time. These factors are described in the Safe Harbor statement below. Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, particularly with respect to the functionality and performance of SecureTransport. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as �may," �will," �should," �potential," �continue," �expects," �anticipates," �intends," �plans," �believes," �estimates," and similar expressions. For further cautions about the risks of investing in Tumbleweed, we refer you to the documents Tumbleweed files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly Tumbleweed's Form 10-K filed March 16, 2006 and Form 10-Q filed November 9, 2006. Tumbleweed assumes no obligation to update information contained in this press release. Although this release may remain available on Tumbleweed�s website or elsewhere, its continued availability does not indicate that Tumbleweed is reaffirming or confirming any of the information contained herein. About Tumbleweed Communications Corp. Tumbleweed Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:TMWD), the industry�s leading pure play messaging security vendor, provides world-class innovative messaging security solutions for organizations of all sizes. Organizations rely on Tumbleweed's solutions to securely manage their Internet communications, spanning email management to file transfers. Tumbleweed has more than 2,400 customers worldwide, representing industries such as Finance, Healthcare, and the U.S. Government. The world�s most security conscious organizations rely upon Tumbleweed technology including Bank of America Securities, JP Morgan Chase & Co., the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the U.S. Department of Defense. Our award-winning products build on thirteen years of R&D and 26 security patents in the U.S. alone � many of which are licensed by other security vendors. More information can be found at www.tumbleweed.com. Tumbleweed and SecureTransport are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Tumbleweed Communications Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.