Cisco to Share Report Reviewing Security Incidents of 2008, Emerging Threats for 2009

• Press Release
• Source: Cisco Systems, Inc.
• On 8:00 am EST, Wednesday December 10, 2008

SAN JOSE, CA--(MARKET WIRE)--Dec 10, 2008 -- Cisco Systems, Inc. (NasdaqGS:CSCO - News)

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What: On Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, security executives from Cisco will release its annual report recapping the security events and trends of 2008. The live broadcast will review notable security incidents and threats of the past year and will offer perspective on future challenges that could affect businesses, employees and consumers. The discussion will highlight:

 
--  The year in review: Security incidents that affected businesses and
    consumers around the world.
--  The threat landscape: The evolution of specific threats like botnets,
    spam and phishing and of rising trends associated with the online criminal
    community's attempt to remain stealthy, steal information and evade
    authorities.
--  Cisco security operations: How Cisco approaches security for its
    employees, customers, partners and the marketplace at large.
--  Recommended strategies: Guidance for businesses, employees and
    consumers to minimize risk.
--  Live Q&A: Media and analysts can ask questions throughout the
    broadcast.

Who: Patrick Peterson, Cisco fellow and chief security researcher; David Goddard, vice president of security assurance; Tom Gillis (host), vice president of security product marketing.

When: Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, 8-9 a.m. PST

Where: The Internet TV broadcast can be accessed at the URL below. No registration is required. Go to the URL Dec. 15 at 8 a.m. PST and click "Play" to launch the live presentation. http://tools.cisco.com/cmn/jsp/index.jsp?id=81541

Technical assistance: Attendees who experience difficulties connecting can contact support at 1 866 614 0208 or 617 778 9652. Phone support is available 30 minutes prior to and after the event, as well as during the videocast. Attendees may also submit an Online Support Request to CiscoTV_help@external.cisco.com or ciscotv_help@btci.com if necessary.

Interviews: To schedule press interviews after the broadcast, please e-mail Neil Wu Becker at nebecker@cisco.com, or call 408-525-7415.

To schedule analyst interviews after the broadcast, please contact Todd Hanson, todhanso@cisco.com or call 408-853-8255.

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     Media Relations:
     Neil Wu Becker
     Cisco Systems, Inc.
     408 525-7415
     nebecker@cisco.com
      
     Industry Analyst Relations:
     Todd Hanson
     Cisco Systems, Inc.
     408 853-8255
     todhanso@cisco.com
      
     Investor Relations:
     Marilyn Mora
     Cisco Systems, Inc.
     408 527-7452
     marilmor@cisco.com