ViaSat Adds Rugged KG-250X to Inline Network Encryptor Products

CARLSBAD, Calif., May 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ViaSat Inc. (Nasdaq: VSAT) has received certification from the National Security Agency/Central Security Service (NSA/CSS) to add a compact, ruggedized model to its AltaSec® family of HAIPE® Type 1 Inline Network Encryptors (INE) called the KG-250X. Engineered for extreme mobile mission requirements and small enough to stow in a cargo pocket, the KG-250X packs the cryptographic power to connect warfighters, coalition partners, and other government agencies in secure networks.

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The new KG-250X is a HAIPE® IS V3 compliant encryptor that offers these benefits:

• Secure exchange of classified information up to the Top Secret level
• Lowest size, weight, and power 100 Mbps HAIPE® crypto
• Ruggedized to MIL-STD-810F
• Creates secure gateways over un-trusted networks regardless of mission location
• Foreign Interoperability (FI) compliant
• Suite A, Suite B (AES-EFF)

"The KG-250X can secure the exchange of classified information on network infrastructure or in harsh, tactical mounted/dismounted environments," said Chris Wren, VP and general manager of Information Assurance at ViaSat. "We built the INE that users want now, with the ability to support future advanced networking features. They want it small, low power, and light weight, so it can be used anywhere from an office to tactical operations, with easy setup and operation plus strong product support."

The KG-250X, like other ViaSat encryption products, is built around the PSIAM™ architecture that provides programmable, low-cost cryptography through its use of commercial off the shelf (COTS) parts. ViaSat is also under contract by the NSA Maryland Procurement Office to upgrade the KG-250X to HAIPE® IS V4. The HAIPE® IS V4 features open up the information assurance market to a much larger population of users.

For additional product information, call 888-VIASAT1, or send email to [email protected].

About ViaSat (www.viasat.com)

ViaSat produces innovative satellite and other digital communication products that enable fast, secure, and efficient communications to virtually any location. The company provides networking products and managed network services for enterprise IP applications; is a key supplier of network-centric military communications and encryption technologies and products to the U.S. and allied governments; is the primary technology partner for gateway and customer-premises equipment for consumer and mobile satellite broadband services; and owns WildBlue, the premier Ka-band satellite broadband service provider. ViaSat also offers design capabilities and a number of complementary products including monolithic microwave integrated circuits and modules, DVB-S2 satellite communication components, video data link systems, data acceleration and compression, and mobile satellite antenna systems. Based in Carlsbad, California, ViaSat has established a number of worldwide locations for customer service, network operations, and technology development.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to the safe harbors created under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements include statements that refer to upgrading the KG-250X to HAIPE® IS V4. ViaSat wishes to caution you that there are some factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, including but not limited to: contractual problems, product defects, manufacturing issues or delays, regulatory issues, technologies not being developed according to anticipated schedules, or that do not perform according to expectations; and increased competition and other factors affecting the defense industry generally. In addition, please refer to the risk factors contained in ViaSat's SEC filings available at www.sec.gov, including ViaSat's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. ViaSat undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements for any reason.

SOURCE ViaSat Inc.