Trend Micro Advances Security for Smartphones and other Data-Centric Devices
November 13 2006 - 9:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
New Version of the award-winning Trend Micro Mobile Security stops
malware and helps prevent unwanted intrusions and data leakage
through new Firewall and Intrusion Detection technology CUPERTINO,
Calif., Nov. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Trend Micro, Incorporated
(TSE:4704TSE:Nasdaq:TSE:TMIC), a leader in network antivirus and
Internet content security software and services, today announced
the addition of new security features within the award-winning
Trend Micro(TM) Mobile Security. Trend Micro Mobile Security 3.0
adds protection against hackers and intrusions while improving on
the previously available mobile malicious code protection for
mobile malware and SMS spam. IDC(1) expects converged mobile device
shipments to reach nearly 100 million units in 2006 and the number
of threats to these sorts of devices is increasing. These threats
to date have been proof-of-concept attacks that are limited by weak
propagation methods capabilities and a modest target device
population. Given the growth in smartphone penetration and the
increasing availability of WiFi networks coupled with faster
download capabilities, the possibility of a more serious threat is
increasing. Trend Micro continues to focus and improve on
delivering solutions that prevent would-be attackers getting inside
the device and causing damage or disruption -- whether through
malicious code or hacking attempts. Trend Micro Mobile Security 3.0
helps "on the go" consumers and professionals protect themselves
from malicious attackers attempting to acquire sensitive
information by surreptitious means. "Faster download speeds in
data-centric devices deliver cool new applications, web access and
push email -- all of which aid the 'on the go' lifestyle of many
people using devices such as smartphones," commented Raimund Genes,
general manager of Trend Micro Incubation segment. "However, the
expanding popularity of smartphones is likely to attract a growing
malicious attackers looking to make a fraudulent profit. While the
threats we have so far identified have been limited in their
abilities, Trend Micro is committed to improving our technology to
stay one step ahead of the bad guys. Trend Micro Mobile Security
3.0 delivers on that commitment." Trend Micro Mobile Security most
recently was awarded a Gold Star Mobile Star Award(TM) for
Security, from MobileVillage(R), the 14-year leader in market
development and news services about mobile technology. The fifth
annual Mobile Star Awards honored and promoted the best companies,
products, deployments, and leaders in mobile and wireless
technology. Winners were chosen by subscribers to Go Mobile(R),
MobileVillage's free online newsletter sent to technology
executives, mobile professionals, IT managers, developers, and top
tech journalists. Trend Micro Mobile Security 3.0 is designed for
maximum ease-of-use, providing users a simple interface intended to
provide maximum security with minimal impact on the user and
device. The new firewall and intrusion detection capabilities help
block malicious attacks by offering protection that can be set to
low, medium or high level with the added flexibility of blocking
specific IP addresses and ports. Trend Micro Mobile Security 3.0
supports a variety of devices running a various operating systems.
Supported operating systems include Windows Mobile 5.0 (Smartphone
& PocketPC) and Symbian OS 9.1/S60 3rd Edition. Pricing and
Availability Trend Micro Mobile Security 3.0 for Windows Mobile 5.0
(PocketPC and Smartphone) is available immediately with pricing
beginning at $34.95 per device. Trend Micro Mobile Security 3.0 for
Symbian/S60 3rd Edition will be available in 2007. For more
information and a complete list of supported devices, visit
http://www.trendmicro.com/mobilesecurity. About Trend Micro
Incorporated Trend Micro Incorporated is a pioneer in secure
content and threat management. Founded in 1988, Trend Micro
provides individuals and organizations of all sizes with
award-winning security software, hardware and services. With
headquarters in Tokyo and operations in more than 30 countries,
Trend Micro solutions are sold through corporate and value-added
resellers and service providers worldwide. For additional
information and evaluation copies of Trend Micro products and
services, visit our Web site at http://www.trendmicro.com/ . Trend
Micro and the t-ball logo are trademarks or registered trademarks
of Trend Micro Incorporated. TrendLabs is a service mark of Trend
Micro Incorporated. All other company or product names may be
trademarks or registered trademarks of their owners. (1) IDC Press
Release, Shipments of Converged Mobile Devices Hit New Record High
in Second Quarter of 2006, #prUS20350406, Sep 12, 2006. DATASOURCE:
Trend Micro Incorporated CONTACT: Mike Haro, PR Manager of Trend
Micro, +1-408-850-1069 or Web site: http://www.trendmicro.com/
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