June 2011
Web security added to BitDefender Mobile Security BETA
Cloud scanning alerts users to potential threats
BUCHAREST, Romania – June 22nd, 2011. BitDefender®, an award winning provider of innovative internet security solutions, has announced the addition of web security to its popular BitDefender Mobile Security BETA. The new feature uses BitDefender Cloud services to alert users to webpages that contain malware or are fraud-related.
Web links are quickly and invisibly checked against BitDefender’s constantly updated database, and sites that may present a threat are then blocked. From here, the user can choose whether to access the site or not. If the site is reported as being ‘clean’ then the user’s browsing experience will not be interfered with.
Alexandru Balan, Senior Product Managercommented:
“The importance of securing mobile devices is growing all the time, with users now faced by a range of threats. In combining BitDefender security technology with a great interface and low system demands, BitDefender Mobile Security offers Android users a fantastic solution for helping make sure they’re secure on the move.”
BitDefender Mobile Security BETA provides smart antivirus and web securityfor devices running Android. Using in-the-cloud scanning technology, it detects even the latest threats without putting a strain on the battery.The product also provides information about billable services and applications' requirements for access to Internet or private user data, helping users make informed choices about their privacy and data security.
BitDefender Mobile Security BETA is available to download from Android Market for free.
For more information on Android malware, read Catalin Cosoi’s blog post: (Almost) everything you wanted to know about Android malware but were (too) afraid to ask
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.