Tokyo – January 7, 2008 – GMO Internet Group company, GMO Hosting & Security is partnering with SBT Consulting CORP to offer a web site security diagnosis on services by GMO-HS hosting brand iSLE. The high level application, available from today as an option on iSLE dedicated servers, seeks out security vulnerabilities in our users systems.

In recent years there has been greater concern in regard to Internet security issues such as information leakage caused by weaknesses in web applications. To prevent this kind of damage, web applications must be continually checked for vulnerabilities so that they can be detected early and removed regularly. Until now the high cost of regular vulnerability diagnosis has been prohibitive for many companies.
However, with this new service iSLE has made it possible by offering a high level web application vulnerability diagnosis service for the low price of 31,500 yen per diagnosis.

Web Site Security Diagnosis
The web site security check service uses the SBTC diagnostic system to check for vulnerabilities in customer web applications. Security consulting engineers with multiple qualifications including CISSP(*1), use the latest technology to identify vulnerabilities and provide a report outlining risks and methods of removal.
We are also offering a free trial (diagnosis only, no report) allowing our customers to find out fast if vulnerabilities exist in their web applications.
(*1) CISSP(R) : an internationally recognized security professional certification governed by ISC (2R) (International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium)

Outline

Security Diagnosis	All web applications under a specified URL
Method	Diagnosis via the Internet
Features	1. Checks thousands of items in the same way a high end service does 2. Includes a report on methods of removal in addition to diagnosis 3. Provided as an ASP service so there is no need for customers to carry out complicated installations or make hardware/software purchases

Fees (All amounts are tax inclusive)

Option Name	Fee(per check)	Description
Web Site Security Diagnosis	31,500 YEN	Identifies vulnerabilities and reports on methods of removal
Web Site Security Diagnosis (trial version)	Free (*2)@	Reports on the absence or presence of vulnerabilities only

(*2) Only one check available per domain using this service.

GMO Hosting & Security Inc.
One of Japan’s leading hosting providers, GMO Hosting & Security has been providing a diverse range of hosting services through the two brands iSLE and RapidSite since it was first established in 1997. While hosting services are the core of our business we also provide a range of Internet solution products such as electronic authentication certificates and hosting service OEM to ISP and web hosting companies. In November 2006 we received the ISMS (Information Security Management System) International Standard ISO/IEC27001:2005 and JIS Q 27001:2006 Certification.

SBT Consulting CORP.
SBT Consulting was established in September 2005 to provide risk management support for businesses and other organizations. This consulting service achieves maximum results using our own risk control technology and top level specialists in every field who expose risks through analysis and develop management solutions.

Related Links (all links are to Japanese language sites unless otherwise indicated)
iSLE: http://isle.jp/
Web Site Security Diagnosis: http://private.isle.jp/service/custom/option/sec_diag/
SBT Consulting:http://www.sbtc.co.jp/

Media Inquiries
GMO Hosting & Security INC. Corporate Planning Department
E-mail: pr@gmo-hs.com
GMO Internet Inc. Group PR Team
E-mail: pr@gmo.jp

The GMO Internet Group
The GMO Internet Group is a leading force in the Internet industry offering one of the most comprehensive ranges of Internet services in Japan. We hold top domestic market shares in domain registration, web hosting and payment processing and we provide a host of other services including e-commerce solutions and Internet advertising to individual and corporate customers. Striving to redefine the industry and foster a vibrant Internet culture, the GMO Internet Group is continuously working to inspire enthusiasm in our customers and put smiles on their faces.

GMO Hosting & Security INC.

Company Name	GMO Hosting & Security INC.<http://www.gmo-hs.com/eng/> (TSE Mothers Market Code: 3788)
Address	Cerulean Tower, 26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya ku, Tokyo, JAPAN
CEO	Mitsuru Aoyama
Business Description	– Web hosting service – Internet security
Capital	905,000,000 YEN

GMO Internet Inc.

Company Name	GMO Internet Inc.<http://www.gmo.jp/en> (TSE First Section Code: 9449)
Address	Cerulean Tower, 26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya ku, Tokyo, JAPAN
CEO	Masatoshi Kumagai
Business Description	– Internet Use Support (Infrastructure) – Internet Advertising Support (Media)
Capital	12,631,970,000 YEN

*All information contained in this document was accurate at the time of release. Please be aware that information is subject to change with the passage of time and occurrence of events.