Antivirus software

Sophos Announces Plans for New Data Centers in Canada, Australia and Japan

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Monday, May 10, 2021
Computing, Computer security, Data security, Abingdon-on-Thames, Antivirus software, Security software, Sophos, Cloud infrastructure, Cybercrime, Cloud computing

b'OXFORD, U.K., May 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sophos , a global leader in next-generation cybersecurity, today announced plans to provide new data centers in Montreal, Canada, in July; Sydney, Australia, in August; and Tokyo, Japan, in September.

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  • b'OXFORD, U.K., May 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sophos , a global leader in next-generation cybersecurity, today announced plans to provide new data centers in Montreal, Canada, in July; Sydney, Australia, in August; and Tokyo, Japan, in September.
  • Sophos already has data centers in the United States, Ireland and Germany.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cAdditionally, with the fast and massive migration to cloud computing, some organizations simply want to store their data in a specific geographical location.
  • With our data center expansion plans, Sophos would be able to address these critical business issues and add more capacity for growth.

MCP Launches AI-Powered Endpoint-Protection Solution

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Security breaches, Cybercrime, Security, Cyberwarfare, Computer security, Computer network security, Internet security, Endpoint security, Ransomware, Malware, Antivirus software, Computer virus

b'State College, PA, May 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Critical Partners (MCP) today announced that its proprietary cybersecurity monitoring solution, Mission-Critical NetPulse SecureSM, now includes an option for endpoint protection, a malware detection-and-response (MDR) solution that detects and blocks malware and ransomware threats.\nUnlike traditional signature-based antivirus offerings, MCP\xe2\x80\x99s solution uses machine-learning models to detect zero-day malware, as well as known variants, fileless, script-based memory and external device-based attacks.

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  • b'State College, PA, May 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Critical Partners (MCP) today announced that its proprietary cybersecurity monitoring solution, Mission-Critical NetPulse SecureSM, now includes an option for endpoint protection, a malware detection-and-response (MDR) solution that detects and blocks malware and ransomware threats.\nUnlike traditional signature-based antivirus offerings, MCP\xe2\x80\x99s solution uses machine-learning models to detect zero-day malware, as well as known variants, fileless, script-based memory and external device-based attacks.
  • It is backed by MCP\xe2\x80\x99s security operations center (SOC), which continuously monitors for threats and alerts clients of suspicious activity.
  • The new solution is designed specifically for mission-critical and public-sector networks\xe2\x80\x94including servers, workstations, tablets and other devices\xe2\x80\x94which are twice as likely to be infected with malware or ransomware than other networks.\nAccording to Mike Beagles, MCP platform and service product manager, the endpoint protection was added to the Mission-Critical NetPulse SecureSM solutions suite because many mission-critical agencies are unsure which cybersecurity resources are available and have legacy tools in place, making them easy targets for today\xe2\x80\x99s cyberattackers to install malicious executable files on servers, workstations, tablets and other devices.\n\xe2\x80\x9cThis new advanced endpoint protection solution can act as an agency\xe2\x80\x99s frontline, and plays a crucial role in establishing a proactive, wide-ranging cybersecurity risk-prevention program,\xe2\x80\x9d Beagles said.\n'

Trend Micro Named A Leader by Independent Research Firm

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Computer security software, Computer security, Computer companies, Trend Micro, Firewall software, Antivirus software, Trend Micro Internet Security

b'DALLAS, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704;TSE: 4704), a globalcybersecurity leader, today announced it has been named a leader, in The Forrester Wave: Enterprise Email Security, Q2 2021 report.

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  • b'DALLAS, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704;TSE: 4704), a globalcybersecurity leader, today announced it has been named a leader, in The Forrester Wave: Enterprise Email Security, Q2 2021 report.
  • "\n"The validation of our email security is critically important to our overall platform security offering," said Wendy Moore, vice president of product marketing for Trend Micro.
  • "In 2020, 91% of threats blocked by Trend Micro were email borne.
  • "\nIn its profile of Trend Micro, the Forrester report notes, "Trend Micro offers a broad portfolio of security solutions, including network, cloud, and endpoint security.

Bitdefender Hires Accomplished Marketing Executive Matthew Selheimer as Enterprise Growth Accelerates

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Computer security, Computing, Antivirus software, Information technology, Bitdefender, Malware, Cyberwarfare, UST, Deloitte, Security convergence

b'BUCHAREST, Romania and SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 6, 2021 PRNewswire/ -- Bitdefender, a global cybersecurity leader, today announced that Matthew Selheimer, an accomplished industry veteran with more than 25 years\' experience in cybersecurity, IT operations and enterprise applications, has joined the executive leadership team as Senior Vice President of Marketing.

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  • b'BUCHAREST, Romania and SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 6, 2021 PRNewswire/ -- Bitdefender, a global cybersecurity leader, today announced that Matthew Selheimer, an accomplished industry veteran with more than 25 years\' experience in cybersecurity, IT operations and enterprise applications, has joined the executive leadership team as Senior Vice President of Marketing.
  • "\nWith more than two decades of experience in cybersecurity and enterprise applications, Selheimer has deep technical knowledge and a demonstrated ability to drive increased solution demand by applying modern marketing principles.
  • Prior to Bitdefender, he held senior marketing, sales and business development roles for companies including Alert Logic, BMC Software, Deloitte & Touche, Informatica and others.
  • With deep investments in research and development, Bitdefender Labsdiscovers 400 new threats each minute and validates 30 billion threat queries daily.

Sophos Endpoint Products Rank First in all Three of SE Labs’ Protection Tests

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Antivirus software, Security software, Security engineering, Abingdon-on-Thames, Sophos, Endpoint security, Endpoint, Technology, Computer companies

\xe2\x80\x9cThis is why organizations and individuals need innovative, predictive endpoint protection that helps prevent attacks from happening in the first place.

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  • \xe2\x80\x9cThis is why organizations and individuals need innovative, predictive endpoint protection that helps prevent attacks from happening in the first place.
  • A clean sweep of all three of SE Labs\xe2\x80\x99 endpoint protection awards is clear validation that Sophos endpoint protection for the office and at home is a must have first line of defense.\xe2\x80\x9d\nSophos Intercept X is the industry\xe2\x80\x99s most sophisticated endpoint security solution, offering multiple layers of security for unparalleled protection against advanced attacks.
  • We are also the only test to use the full attack chain to give products the ability to showcase their detection and protection strengths,\xe2\x80\x9d said Simon Edwards, CEO and founder, SE Labs.
  • Sophos sells its products and services exclusively through a global channel of more than 53,000 partners and managed service providers (MSPs).

Malwarebytes Partners with Digitunity to provide Cyberprotection to Vulnerable Communities

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Antivirus software, Software, Computer security software, Malwarebytes

b'SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Malwarebytes TM , a global leader in real-time cyberprotection for people and organizations, and Digitunity, a national nonprofit organization advancing digital inclusion, announced a partnership to bring cyberprotection to vulnerable people served through Digitunity\'s network of nonprofit partners.

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  • b'SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Malwarebytes TM , a global leader in real-time cyberprotection for people and organizations, and Digitunity, a national nonprofit organization advancing digital inclusion, announced a partnership to bring cyberprotection to vulnerable people served through Digitunity\'s network of nonprofit partners.
  • They also may not have the tools or digital skills they need to protect themselves online," said Scot Henley, Executive Director of Digitunity.
  • "We are excited to partner with Malwarebytes to offer effective and intuitive cyberprotection to these new adopters of technology and fund research to better understand the threat that cybercrime poses to vulnerable segments of society.
  • "Our partnership with Digitunity aligns with our roots and democratizes access to security for those most in need.

AV-Comparatives Releases Performance Test Report Unveiling the Impact of Security Software on System Performance

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Antivirus software, Computer security software, Software, Computer security, AV-Comparatives, Avira, AV-TEST, Webroot

b'AV-Comparatives, an independent test lab for antivirus software, release the latest performance test report highlighting the impact of consumer security software on system performance for low-end systems.\nINNSBRUCK, Austria, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives today announced the formal release of its latest performance test results, evaluating the impact of anti-virus software on system performance.

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  • b'AV-Comparatives, an independent test lab for antivirus software, release the latest performance test report highlighting the impact of consumer security software on system performance for low-end systems.\nINNSBRUCK, Austria, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives today announced the formal release of its latest performance test results, evaluating the impact of anti-virus software on system performance.
  • This independent testing lab is dedicated to inform users about protection against cybercrime with its systematic testing of the market\'s most popular security software solutions.
  • Adequate measures were taken to minimize the factors capable of influencing the measurements and/or comparability of the systems.
  • Certification by AV-Comparatives provides a globally recognised official seal of approval for software performance.\n'

AV-Comparatives Releases Performance Test Report Unveiling the Impact of Security Software on System Performance

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Antivirus software, Computer security software, Computer security, Software, AV-Comparatives

b'INNSBRUCK, Austria, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives today announced the formal release of its latest performance test results, evaluating the impact of anti-virus software on system performance.

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  • b'INNSBRUCK, Austria, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives today announced the formal release of its latest performance test results, evaluating the impact of anti-virus software on system performance.
  • This independent testing lab is dedicated to inform users about protection against cybercrime with its systematic testing of the market\'s most popular security software solutions.
  • Adequate measures were taken to minimize the factors capable of influencing the measurements and/or comparability of the systems.
  • Certification by AV-Comparatives provides a globally recognised official seal of approval for software performance.\n'

McAfee and Ingram Micro Simplify Cloud Security

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Supply chain management, Data management, Retail, Technology, Software, Networks, Internet, California, Economy of the United States, Antivirus software, Cloud infrastructure, John McAfee, McAfee, Companies, Ingram Micro, Cloud computing, McAfee, Ingram Micro Inc., MCAFEE, INGRAM MICRO INC.

b"McAfee Corp. (Nasdaq: MCFE) \xe2\x80\x93 Today, McAfee and Ingram Micro Inc., a global leader in technology and supply chain services, have announced that the full MVISION portfolio of McAfee Device-to-Cloud suites is available globally for Ingram Micro\xe2\x80\x99s network of independent software vendors, value added resellers and managed service providers via the Ingram Micro Cloud Marketplace.

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  • b"McAfee Corp. (Nasdaq: MCFE) \xe2\x80\x93 Today, McAfee and Ingram Micro Inc., a global leader in technology and supply chain services, have announced that the full MVISION portfolio of McAfee Device-to-Cloud suites is available globally for Ingram Micro\xe2\x80\x99s network of independent software vendors, value added resellers and managed service providers via the Ingram Micro Cloud Marketplace.
  • By offering McAfee cloud-delivered security solutions on the Ingram Micro Cloud Marketplace, customers can more easily deploy proactive cloud-native security across all types of threat vectors \xe2\x80\x93 endpoints/devices, web, and cloud \xe2\x80\x93 and remove time-based barriers to adoption.\n\xe2\x80\x9cAs workforces continue to evolve amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, flexible security solutions are paramount.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cOur expanded relationship with Ingram Micro reflects our bolstered channel program, which is purpose-built to drive cloud adoption and equip all organizations with proactive cybersecurity.\xe2\x80\x9d\n\xe2\x80\x9cOur long-standing relationship with McAfee continues to make it easier for our channel partners to promote, procure and support their customers\xe2\x80\x99 safe adoption of the cloud,\xe2\x80\x9d said John Dusett, Executive Director, Cloud Services at Ingram Micro Cloud.
  • The marketing hub includes McAfee solution education and prepared marketing materials, enabling channel partners to close sales more quickly, simplify procurement and save on marketing costs.\nToday\xe2\x80\x99s news follows the February announcement that McAfee and Ingram Micro had expanded the companies' worldwide relationship and builds on the transformation of the McAfee channel program.\n"

Sheryl Wharff is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Computer companies, Companies, Computing, Antivirus software, Kaspersky Lab, Hewlett-Packard, Hewlett Packard Enterprise

b"BOSTON, May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Sheryl Wharff is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Alliance Marketing Leader for her remarkable contributions to the field of Channels & Alliances Sales & Marketing and the Technology & Security Industries.\nMs.

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  • b"BOSTON, May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Sheryl Wharff is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Alliance Marketing Leader for her remarkable contributions to the field of Channels & Alliances Sales & Marketing and the Technology & Security Industries.\nMs.
  • Wharff began her early career as an executive secretary using some of the first word processors to creatively do her job.
  • Wharff has held past leadership channel & alliance positions at Micro Focus, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, HP, Thales e-Security, Kaspersky, Aspect Communications & Applix.
  • With over three decades of experience, Ms. Wharff is renowned for building Channel & Alliance partnerships worldwide, and significantly increasing yearly revenue growth at these companies.\nThroughout her career, Ms. Wharff has maintained a results-driven mindset.