Antivirus software

Malwarebytes Announces Integration with Datto's Industry-Leading Tools to Streamline Endpoint Security for Managed Service Providers

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Friday, July 9, 2021
Articles, Business, Software, Antivirus software, Datto, Malwarebytes, Endpoint security, oneview, Service provider, Managed services

Datto is a leading global provider of cloud-based software and security solutions purpose-built for delivery by MSPs.

Key Points: 
  • Datto is a leading global provider of cloud-based software and security solutions purpose-built for delivery by MSPs.
  • "MSPs using Datto RMM will now have access to the Malwarebytes tools they need to best secure their endpoints and protect their customers, without time-consuming client management."
  • Malwarebytes OneView is a managed service provider (MSP) console, providing organizations with easy access to best-in-class endpoint security services that exceed the constantly evolving needs of today's cybersecurity customers.
  • OneView enables MSPs to configure, deploy, support and manage client endpoint security using Malwarebytes' leading endpoint protection technologies.

AV-Comparatives releases results of 2021 Android Security Test, reveals mobile devices at risk

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Friday, July 9, 2021
Antivirus software, Software, Computer security software, Computing, AV-Comparatives, Android, Avira

INNSBRUCK, Austria, July 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent security testing labAV-Comparativeshas published thereportof its 2021 investigation into antivirus apps for the Android mobile platform.

Key Points: 
  • INNSBRUCK, Austria, July 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent security testing labAV-Comparativeshas published thereportof its 2021 investigation into antivirus apps for the Android mobile platform.
  • As well as the results of the tests, the report includes general security advice and information for users of Android devices.
  • The security measures incorporated into Android 10 are considered, along with the effect these have on third-party security apps.
  • Like all AV-Comparatives' public reports, the report of the 2021 Android Mobile Security Test can be downloaded free of charge from the institute's website, www.av-comparatives.org .

AV-Comparatives releases results of 2021 Android Security Test, reveals mobile devices at risk

Retrieved on: 
Friday, July 9, 2021
Antivirus software, Software, Computer security software, Computing, AV-Comparatives, Android, Avira

INNSBRUCK, Austria, July 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent security testing labAV-Comparativeshas published thereportof its 2021 investigation into antivirus apps for the Android mobile platform.

Key Points: 
  • INNSBRUCK, Austria, July 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent security testing labAV-Comparativeshas published thereportof its 2021 investigation into antivirus apps for the Android mobile platform.
  • As well as the results of the tests, the report includes general security advice and information for users of Android devices.
  • The security measures incorporated into Android 10 are considered, along with the effect these have on third-party security apps.
  • Like all AV-Comparatives' public reports, the report of the 2021 Android Mobile Security Test can be downloaded free of charge from the institute's website, www.av-comparatives.org .

McAfee XDR and Remote Browser Isolation Technology Secure Globees in the 16th Annual 2021 IT World Awards

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
Internet, Security, Data management, Technology, Software, Antivirus software, Computer security, John McAfee, McAfee, Data security, Computing, McAfee SiteAdvisor, the Globee Awards, McAfee, THE GLOBEE AWARDS, MCAFEE

The IT World Awards are open to all Information Technology and Cyber Security organizations from across the globe and their end-users of products and services.

Key Points: 
  • The IT World Awards are open to all Information Technology and Cyber Security organizations from across the globe and their end-users of products and services.
  • See the complete list of 2021 winners here: https://globeeawards.com/it-world-awards/winners/
    Globee Awards are conferred in eleven programs and competition: the CEO World Awards, the Consumer World Awards, The Customer Sales & Service World Awards, the Globee International Best in Business Awards, the Golden Bridge Awards, the Cyber Security Global Excellence Awards and Security World Awards, the IT World Awards, One Planet American Best in Business Awards, the Globee Employer Excellence Awards, the Globee Corporate Communications & Marketing World Awards, and the Women World Awards.
  • Inspired by the power of working together, McAfee creates consumer and business solutions that make our world a safer place.
  • McAfee and the McAfee logo are trademarks of McAfee, LLC or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

Lookout Discovers Crypto Mining Scams Targeting Tens of Thousands of Victims Using Hundreds of Android Apps

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Computing, Operating systems, Technology, Antivirus software, Lookout, Proprietary software, Android, Cryptocurrency

SAN FRANCISCO, July7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lookout, Inc ., an integrated endpoint-to-cloud security company,today announced the discovery of major crypto mining scams using hundreds of Android apps.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, July7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lookout, Inc ., an integrated endpoint-to-cloud security company,today announced the discovery of major crypto mining scams using hundreds of Android apps.
  • Categorized into two distinct Android app families, BitScam and CloudScam, these apps were designed to target people interested in cryptocurrencies.
  • In total, security researchers at the Lookout Threat Lab identified more than 170 apps that are estimated to have scammed more than 93,000 victims.
  • After analyzing the apps, Lookout researchers found that no cloud crypto mining actually takes place.

McAfee Receives Success Memorandum From Defense Innovation Unit for MVISION Unified Cloud Edge

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
Security, Defense, Technology, Other Technology, Other Defense, Contracts, Computing, Cloud infrastructure, Data security, Computer security, Antivirus software, John McAfee, McAfee, Cloud computing, McAfee, the Defense Innovation Unit, MCAFEE, THE DEFENSE INNOVATION UNIT

McAfee Corp. (Nasdaq: MCFE), the device-to-cloud cybersecurity company, today announced it has received a success memorandum from the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) for its MVISION Unified Cloud Edge (UCE), after a year-long pilot program to prove and adapt the platform for DIUs mission-critical needs.

Key Points: 
  • McAfee Corp. (Nasdaq: MCFE), the device-to-cloud cybersecurity company, today announced it has received a success memorandum from the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) for its MVISION Unified Cloud Edge (UCE), after a year-long pilot program to prove and adapt the platform for DIUs mission-critical needs.
  • MVISION UCE provides a single pane of glass from which to view all data protection policies and incidents across device, network, and cloud.
  • MVISION UCE will create a safe environment for the adoption of cloud services and enable secure access to the cloud from any device.
  • Learn more about McAfee MVISION Unified Cloud Edge here .

Majority of parents have experienced school cyberattacks, 72% support paying ransomware attackers

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Antivirus software, Security, Kaspersky Lab, Ransomware, Computer companies, Computer security

In addition, 72% of the surveyed parents said they support having their childs school pay the ransom in the event of a ransomware attack, compared to 28% of parents who said their school should never pay.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, 72% of the surveyed parents said they support having their childs school pay the ransom in the event of a ransomware attack, compared to 28% of parents who said their school should never pay.
  • Kaspersky surveyed more than 1,000 parents of school-age children in the U.S. in order to learn, for the first time, about how parents perceive the issue.
  • Only 34% of parents whose school experienced a cybersecurity incident were notified immediately by the school.
  • Kaspersky recommends that school IT administrators:
    Never pay a ransom and instead contact law enforcement and visit kaspersky.com to find the latest decryptors and ransomware removal tools.

Avast Threat Labs finds U.S. most vulnerable to tech support fraud

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Software, Computer security software, Antivirus software, Computer security, Deception, Freeware, Security breaches, Avast Antivirus, Avast, Comparison of antivirus software, Computer virus, Fraud

According to Avast Threat Labs, users in the United States are most frequently attacked by technical support fraud .

Key Points: 
  • According to Avast Threat Labs, users in the United States are most frequently attacked by technical support fraud .
  • According to the FBI , tech support fraud was one of the top three crime trends in 2020.
  • "Tech support fraud is increasingly common and targets some of the most vulnerable individuals.
  • Antivirus software like Avast Free Antivirus blocks tech support fraud popups to protect users online.

McAfee Powers Holistic Home Security for CenturyLink Customers

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Home Goods, Retail, Security, Office Products, Data management, Consumer electronics, Technology, Small business, Professional services, Other Technology, Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Internet, Mobile, Wireless, Antivirus software, Computing, John McAfee, McAfee, Modem, Lumen Technologies, Computer companies, Science and technology in the United States, McAfee, CenturyLink, MCAFEE, CENTURYLINK

McAfee Corp. (Nasdaq: MCFE) McAfee and CenturyLink, a communications company providing fiber internet and voice services to small businesses and consumers, announced that CenturyLink has selected McAfee to provide complete home digital protection for new customers of the companys leased modems.

Key Points: 
  • McAfee Corp. (Nasdaq: MCFE) McAfee and CenturyLink, a communications company providing fiber internet and voice services to small businesses and consumers, announced that CenturyLink has selected McAfee to provide complete home digital protection for new customers of the companys leased modems.
  • Consumers using a compatible CenturyLink modem have access to Secure WiFi and device security capabilities provided by McAfee Secure Home Platform and McAfee Multi Access.
  • Through our partnership with McAfee, we now provide our customers with security for virtually all of their connected devices through the compatible CenturyLink modem.
  • McAfee Secure Home Platform is pre-loaded on all leased CenturyLink modems for new CenturyLink customers providing simplified whole home security for consumers and SMBs.

AV-Comparatives releases Internet Security Real-World Protection Test Report for H1 2021

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Monday, June 28, 2021
Antivirus software, Computer security, Software, AV-Comparatives, Malware, Webroot, Kaspersky Lab

The company's own crawling system was used to find out malicious sites and extract malicious URLs to be used in the test.

Key Points: 
  • The company's own crawling system was used to find out malicious sites and extract malicious URLs to be used in the test.
  • The test accurately determined if each malware sample used was able to make any changes to the test system.
  • To ensure that security programs do not plague users with false alarms, AV-Comparatives put all the products through a false-positives test.
  • Like all AV-Comparatives' public reports, the report of the 2021 H1 Consumer Real-World Protection Test can be downloaded free of charge from the institute's website.