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Klocwork Brings Secure Software Development to QNX Automotive Safety Ecosystem
[December 11, 2013]

Klocwork Brings Secure Software Development to QNX Automotive Safety Ecosystem


(Marketwire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) BURLINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS and OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwired) -- 12/11/13 -- Klocwork® Inc., a global leader in software development tools for creating secure code, and QNX Software Systems Limited , a global leader in software platforms for in-car electronics, today announced that Klocwork has joined the ecosystem for the QNX® Automotive Safety Program for ISO 26262.



The ecosystem is a network of vendors that offer complementary hardware, tool chains, graphics technologies and consulting services for safety critical systems. Klocwork joins these key industry players to further enable the development of safe and secure automotive systems that comply with ISO 26262 and other critical industry standards.

Klocwork Insightâ„¢ is rapidly becoming a tool of choice for software developers in the automotive market. With advanced code analysis, including deep data flow and structural analysis, Insight works right at their desktop as they write their code. With support for MISRA C and C++ coding standards, Insight recently received both ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 certifications.


Now, with Klocwork Insight plugged directly into the QNX® Momentics® Tool Suite, developers can run analysis directly in the suite's IDE, allowing them to find and fix security and safety vulnerabilities on the fly, and helping to ensure that the code meets functional safety standards.

"Application security and functional safety requirements in the automotive world continue to grow as the degree of automation in vehicles increases. More intelligent vehicles mean more software in those vehicles. The number of suppliers to the auto manufacturers will continue to grow as the demand for more consumer convenience grows. By joining forces with the QNX automotive safety ecosystem, Klocwork continues to lead the way in providing customers with the software tools and the standards support they need to produce compelling new applications with the confidence that they are protected and dependable," said Gwyn Fisher, Klocwork Chief Technology Officer.

The QNX Automotive Safety Program for ISO 26262 was created to help companies building digital instrument clusters, ADAS systems, and other functional safety products to leverage QNX Software Systems' proven competency in certifications, safety-critical systems, and automotive software design. Key elements of the program include an example safety case based on the QNX® Neutrino® RTOS Safe Kernel, guidelines on safety-critical design for real-time OS-based systems, and a suite of professional services, including priority support and training.

"Klocwork Insight brings immense value to the QNX Automotive Safety Program for ISO 26262. It provides real-time feedback during code development, immediately alerting developers to code that may conflict with the MISRA coding standards required by ISO 26262," said Grant Courville, Director of Product Management, QNX Software Systems. "Better yet, Klocwork Insight plugs into our QNX Momentics Tool Suite to provide a seamless and productive development experience." About Klocwork In the world of AppSec, developers and the firms that employ them demand tools that provide a competitive edge. Klocwork meets these demands with compelling desktop tools that enable developers to produce secure, reliable software more easily and quickly. Klocwork's unique Static Code Analysis tool provides accurate, reliable analysis as developers write their code, identifying potential security vulnerabilities and reliability issues before they are submitted to the software build. Additional desktop tools simplify code review, refactoring and architectural analysis. Over 1,100 customers, including the biggest brands in the automotive, consumer electronics, gaming, medical technologies, military and aerospace, mobile device and telecom sectors rely on these tools everyday to make their software more secure and reliable. Creating applications they are proud of. Find out more at www.klocwork.com.

About QNX Software Systems QNX Software Systems Limited, a subsidiary of BlackBerry® (NASDAQ: BBRY; TSX:BB), is a leading vendor of operating systems, development tools, and professional services for connected embedded systems. Global leaders such as Audi, Cisco, General Electric, Lockheed Martin, and Siemens depend on QNX technology for vehicle infotainment units, network routers, medical devices, industrial automation systems, security and defense systems, and other mission- or life-critical applications. Founded in 1980, QNX Software Systems is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada; its products are distributed in more than 100 countries worldwide. Visit www.qnx.com and https://www.facebook.com/QNXSoftwareSystems and follow @QNX_News on Twitter. For updates on the company's automotive work, visit qnxauto.blogspot.com and follow @QNX_Auto.

Klocwork is a registered trademark of Klocwork Inc. in the United States and other countries. QNX and QNX CAR are trademarks of BlackBerry Limited, which are registered and/or used in certain jurisdictions, and are used under license by QNX Software Systems Limited. All other names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

QNX Software Systems Limited (QSS) is a subsidiary of BlackBerry Limited. Forward-looking statements in this news release are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws. When used herein, words such as "expect", "anticipate", "estimate", "may", "will", "should", "intend", "believe", and similar expressions, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on estimates and assumptions made by QSS in light of its experience and its perception of historical trends, current conditions, and expected future developments, as well as other factors that QSS believes are appropriate in the circumstances. Many factors could cause QSS's actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including those described in the "Risk Factors" section of BlackBerry's Annual Information Form, which is included in its Annual Report on Form 40-F (copies of which filings may be obtained at www.sedar.com or www.sec.gov). These factors should be considered carefully, and readers should not place undue reliance on QSS's forward-looking statements. BlackBerry and QSS have no intention and undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. QSS is not responsible for and assumes no obligations or liability and makes no representation, warranty, endorsement, or guarantee in relation to any aspect of any third-party products or services.

Contacts: Media Inquiries Tracy Trottier Marketing Communications, Klocwork 613.836.8899 x412 [email protected] www.klocwork.com Paul Leroux QNX Software Systems 613.591.0931 [email protected] www.qnx.com Devan Gillick Breakaway Communications for QNX Software Systems 415.358.2487 [email protected] Source: Klocwork Inc. and QNX Software Systems Limited

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