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Kaspersky updates mobile apps with enhanced security & UX features
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smartphones
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data privacy
Kaspersky has launched upgraded iOS and Android apps, enhancing security and privacy features to meet the growing cybersecurity needs of mobile users.
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Kaspersky Standard scoops Product of the Year at AV-Comparatives
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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data protection
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cybersecurity
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Kaspersky Standard secures AV-Comparatives Product of the Year award, acknowledging its record-breaking performance in cybersecurity testing.
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Avast warns of AI-driven scams in Q3 Threat Report ahead of holiday season
Fri, 17th Nov 2023
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
Avast's Q3 Threat Report reveals a surge in cyber threats, including adware, spyware, finance scams and AI-driven dating scams, during the holiday season.
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ESET PROTECT Enterprise named Strategic Leader in the AV-Comparatives EPR Report 2023
Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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certification
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eset
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prevention
ESET PROTECT Enterprise secures 'Strategic Leader' spot in AV-Comparatives EPR Report 2023 due to its superior performance.
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ESET recognised as Strategic Leader in AV-Comparatives report
Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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cybersecurity
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breach prevention
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critical infrastructure
ESEt's security software excelled above 11 other contenders in 50 real-world scenarios that tested capabilities in threat prevention and response.
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Norton launches Secure Browser to halt cyber criminals
Mon, 25th Sep 2023
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data protection
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norton
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cyber criminal
Norton launches Norton Secure Browser to protect consumers from browser-based cyber threats and unwanted tracking.
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Cyber threat risks reach three-year high – Avast
Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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email security
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phishing
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cybersecurity
Avast telemetry shows phishing and scams focused on human manipulation account for over 75% of all desktop detections.
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Criminals preying on generosity to steal donations: Avast
Fri, 7th Jul 2023
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Avast researchers have identified a video campaign from an organisation claiming to be collecting money for sick children, which are actually scam sites.
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Bitdefender, Sharp partner up for printer security
Fri, 28th Oct 2022
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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sharp
The partnership enables the integration of Bitdefender antimalware technology into Sharp's new range of Future Workplace A3 multifunction printers.
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Exclusive: Bitdefender on ensuring cyber safety in today's threat landscape
Tue, 30th Aug 2022
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain systems
Bitdefender, the Romanian cybersecurity provider, aims to be a trusted expert as cybercrime grows and offers tailored security solutions.
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Kaspersky held leading position in 2021 TOP3 metric
Thu, 14th Apr 2022
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ransomware
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
In 2021, Kaspersky's security portfolio held a leading position in the TOP3 metric, while taking first place in 76% of tests.
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Avast reveals top 10 malware types troubling Aussie users
Wed, 23rd Mar 2022
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malware
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smartphones
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advanced persistent threat protection
Avast has revealed the top 10 malware types putting Australian users at risk of having their personal data and money stolen and losing control of their devices.
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ESET named strategic leader in endpoint prevention and response
Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
ESET achieved high scores in the categories of active prevention, passive response, and combined prevention/response capabilities, scoring 96%, 100%, and 98%.
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Avast launches a new firewall in latest product updates
Wed, 19th Jan 2022
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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threat detection
Avast has announced a new firewall will be packaged with its latest free and premium product updates for Windows.
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How does MSFT Defender compare to ESET?
Tue, 11th Aug 2020
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
Although Microsoft Defender has gained market share and made some advancements in their offerings, it is not a silver bullet, writes Chillisoft's CEO.
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Conspiracy looms: NSS Labs takes CrowdStrike, ESET, Symantec & AMTSO to court
Thu, 27th Sep 2018
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malware
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ai security
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NSS Labs is suing CrowdStrike, ESET, Symantec, and AMTSO, alleging they conspired to boycott independent security tests to hide flaws in their products.
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ESET endpoint security 'lightest' on market, according to tests
Fri, 27th Oct 2017
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endpoint protection
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malware
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devops
ESET’s Endpoint Security Solution has been judged the lightest endpoint security solution on the market, according to AV-Comparatives.
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AV-Comparatives recognises ESET Mac & parental control solutions in latest testing round
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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malware
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apm
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cybersecurity
ESET’s Mac Security and online child protection products have been officially certified by security software testers AV-Comparatives this week.
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ESET-DESlock acquisition pays off in data encryption test
Fri, 31st Mar 2017
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malware
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encryption
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cybersecurity
ESET's encryption solution named best for SMBs by AV-Comparatives, highlighting growing importance of data security.
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An in-depth look at next-gen security software: Myths and marketing
Tue, 14th Feb 2017
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cybersecurity
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virus
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analyst report
When next-gen vendors talk about behavioural analysis as their exclusive discovery, they’re at best misinformed.