This IDC study examines the messaging security market for the period from 2007 to 2013, with vendor revenue and market growth forecasts. Worldwide market sizing is provided for 2007 and 2008, and a five-year growth forecast for this market is shown for 2009-2013. Revenue and market share of the leading vendors are provided for 2007 and 2008.

"As the world economy continues to struggle with the current economic recession, companies of all shapes and sizes are downsizing their workforces and their budgets," said Brian Burke, program director for IDC's Security Products program. "IDC believes that as organizations look for ways to cut hardware costs and simplify IT management, virtual security appliances have become a very attractive platform of choice for organizations looking to save money in today's uncertain economic climate."