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Antivirus (AV) stories - Page 3

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Why security suites are ousting traditional antivirus programs
Wed, 23rd May 2018
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In recent years, user privacy and security have become paramount, while criminals attempt to coerce, steal and manipulate users for their data.
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Macs under attack – what you can do to secure your device
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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Macs are no longer immune to malware; Bitdefender's new antivirus offers robust protection against a range of threats, ensuring your device and data stay safe.
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Going beyond antivirus with Trend Micro's Maximum Security
Wed, 16th May 2018
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With the widening scale of cyber threats targeting consumers, its crucial that our security solutions simultaneously protect every type of device.
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Antivirus solution protects privacy in the era of social media
Mon, 14th May 2018
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In the wake of Cambridge Analytica’s scandal, Trend Micro’s Maximum Security offers a robust antivirus solution to protect privacy on social media.
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Arm your battle stations: Ransomware is growing like the plague
Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Ransomware attacks surged by 32% in 2017, with more than 17 million malware threats detected in New Zealand alone, warns cybersecurity firm Trend Micro.
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Survey finds businesses stung with $16m hidden cybersecurity costs every year
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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New research from Bromium has found the hidden costs of 'detect-to-protect' security are immense with businesses being blindsided every year.
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Kaspersky taps ex-Microsoft talent for APAC channel head role
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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Kaspersky appoints Naina Parhar, ex-Microsoft talent, as APAC head of channel sales to drive regional growth and enhance cybersecurity distribution frameworks.
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Script-based cyber attacks rise as threat actors choose stealth
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies’ latest quarterly Internet Security report has revealed a massive increase in scripting attacks and malware.
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US Govt & Kaspersky in dispute over cyberespionage claims
Mon, 18th Sep 2017
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The fiasco comes after DHS suspected a link between Kaspersky officials and Russian intelligence that could potentially risk US national security.
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Hackers speak: Privileged accounts best way to steal data
Fri, 25th Aug 2017
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From the mouths of the hackers themselves, organisations’ privileged accounts are the most attractive targets for gaining access to critical data.
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Cylance announces AI-driven next generation consumer antivirus
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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CylancePROTECT Home Edition uses AI to extend smart, simple security that prevents execution of malware from corporate office to home office.
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The need for internet security on your devices
Mon, 29th May 2017
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As cybercrime costs Kiwis over £257m annually, securing your devices with robust internet security is crucial to thwart hackers.
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IObit & Malwarebytes spat continues as ‘legitimate’ program is blacklisted as PUP
Mon, 3rd Apr 2017
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IObit criticises Malwarebytes for flagging its Advanced SystemCare as a PUP without warning; tension has existed between the companies since 2010.
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CrowdStrike’s new APAC vice president says it's an exciting time as revenue soars
Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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CrowdStrike's Andrew Littleproud eyes APAC expansion amid a surge in revenue and innovative endpoint security solutions.
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Cylance outshines competition in AV testing stakes
Wed, 15th Feb 2017
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AI security provider Cylance has beaten five of the top legacy AV vendors in a test designed to analyse unknown and known malware detection.
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Carbon Black claims ‘breakthrough’ approach to endpoint security
Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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Carbon Black has eyed endpoint security market, with the launch of a new solution that it claims stops more attacks than machine learning antivirus.
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ESET walks away with 100th industry accolade in 'monumental milestone' for security
Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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ESET's NOD32 anti-malware is the first ever product to receive 100 VB100 awards for a single product, achieving a 'monumental milestone'.
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Hands-on review: Trend Micro security packages - more than just anti-virus
Wed, 14th Dec 2016
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digital entertainment
For a package that’s unobtrusive and that doesn’t strain your CPU or your patience, this may just be the product you’re looking for.
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When antivirus fails, here’s how to choose next-gen antivirus
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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cybersecurity
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The ineffectiveness of traditional antivirus , which catches less than half of noteworthy malicious events, is causing untold damage to organisations.
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Wedge Networks to provide massively scaled Cylance AI security solution
Fri, 23rd Sep 2016
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ai security
Wedge Networks teams up with Cylance to enhance telco security, integrating AI for real-time, large-scale threat prevention.