August 2003
BitDefender Professional achieves CheckMark certification for 100% virus detection
BitDefender Professional has smoothly passed all tests for Checkmark certification
BitDefender▓s producer, SOFTWIN, an award-winning provider of security software and services, today announces that BitDefender AntiVirus - Professional Edition has passed the test for Checkmark certification.
BitDefender AntiVirus √ Professional Edition has attained Anti-Virus Checkmark level 1, further proof that the product is capable of detecting all known 'in-the-wild' viruses.
"SOFTWIN has proven that its product meets this challenging global standard", stated Chris Thomas, Operations Director of West Coast Labs.
The Anti-Virus Checkmark, conducted by West Coast Labs, tests to see that the products can detect those viruses which are actually causing infections in the real world. It provides a reliable means of authenticating those products which users can consistently rely upon to provide the highest quality anti-virus solutions. All information relating to Anti Virus testing and certification can be found at www.check-mark.com.
"BitDefender has developed a tradition in innovation and in obtaining most important awards in the security software industry ", said Bogdan Irina, global head of marketing and sales at BitDefender, SOFTWIN. "BitDefender AntiVirus has repeatedly been certified by the ICSA and recently received a Virus Bulletin award. Such proof of appreciation from the Checkmark certification commission is important for our existing and potential customers and demonstrates our commitment to continually develop the very best in anti-virus."
Users can easily verify that a product has a Checkmark by looking at the product box to see if it carries the Checkmark logo, by contacting West Coast Labs, or by visiting the Checkmark web site.
About Bitdefender®
Bitdefender is the creator of one of the world's fastest and most effective lines of internationally certified internet security software.Since 2001, the company has been an industry pioneer, introducing and developing award-winning protection. Today, Bitdefender technology secures the digital experience of around 400 million home and corporate users across the globe.
Recently, the company has won a range of key independent recommendations in the US, UK and across Europe, including ConsumerSearch, Which?, Stiftung Warentest and Taenk. Bitdefender antivirus technology has also finished top in leading industry tests from both AV Test and AV-Comparatives. More information about Bitdefender's antivirus products is available from the company's security solutions press room. Additionally, Bitdefender publishes Malware City providing the latest updates on security threats and helping users stay informed in the everyday battle against malware.