DALLAS, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Trend Micro
Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global developer of security
software, has released the most comprehensive security solution
available that offers protection from cyber threats for PC, Mac,
Android and now iOS platforms. Trend Micro™ Security 2015 is an
all-in-one consumer solution that helps resolve both security and
privacy issues that continue to plague Internet users.
A recent study* commissioned by Trend Micro revealed
that Internet users participate in a variety of potentially
risky behaviors, browsing suspect websites and allowing apps to
access public information from their social media profiles. For
example, 67 percent of the consumers let their browser(s) save
their password when they are on the Internet. As mobile device
accounts are becoming more commonly shared with home computer
networks, Trend Micro developed a comprehensive security solution
that provides protection for users no matter which device is being
used at any given time.
"Trend Micro Security 2015 provides protection against threats
and privacy concerns regardless of the device or operating system,"
said Akihiko Omikawa, general manager of global consumer business
at Trend Micro. "The solution protects users' personal information
from being compromised by cyber criminals while maintaining privacy
and protection of online activity. A simple step to protecting our
digital lives begins with being mindful of the hazards to privacy
and personal data the Internet presents. Each of us is a potential
target for cyber criminals, but Trend Micro Security 2015 protects
individuals anytime, anywhere, on any device, acting as a great
deterrent."
Solutions like Trend Micro Security 2015 are more necessary than
ever, as verified by the results of the survey revealing that risky
behavior by Internet users was generating new attack opportunities
for cyber criminals. Survey findings included:
- 40 percent of mobile users do not use a password to protect
their devices
- 28 percent of respondents allow mobile apps to access their
social media profiles
- 10 percent of mobile users believe they have downloaded a
malicious app to their device
Trend Micro Security 2015 helps protect Internet users from
potentially harmful activities online. The solution provides
industry-leading anti-virus and Web-threat protection that
identifies and blocks dangerous links in websites, social networks,
emails and instant messaging. It also detects spam emails
containing phishing scams that can trick users into revealing
private personal information.
Additionally, Trend Micro learned that more than two-thirds of
Internet users let their browser save their password online, a
dangerous practice susceptible to being hacked, especially in the
wake of recent retail data breaches. To help fight password and
identity theft, Trend Micro Security 2015 includes a password
manager which encrypts all online passwords, enabling customers to
easily log into websites without the fear of password theft.
The password manager also works across multiple devices and
provides a password generator to stop the common, but unsafe
practice of using the same password for multiple accounts.
In an effort to provide online privacy and security of Internet
users, Trend Micro Security 2015 has expanded its social network
Privacy Scanner to scan LinkedIn, in addition to Facebook, Twitter
and Google+. Users can now rely on Trend Micro's technology to help
maintain privacy, security and positive online reputations. Trend
Micro's recent survey found Internet users continue to participate
in online behaviors that increase their risk of identity theft or
damaging their reputation. Here's a summary of some of those
findings:
- 74 percent of Internet users indicated they are concerned about
sharing personal data via social media
- 60 percent of social network users removed a post from social
media for fear of consequences in their personal life
- 40 percent said they share the results of their playing on
social networks
- 11 percent were "friends" with their boss on a social
network
"Managing privacy and security in this connected world is
something that is often overlooked as we walk through life with our
smartphones and laptops. To ease the concerns of Internet users
regarding privacy and oversharing, Trend Micro Security 2015
enables users to maintain online privacy from strangers and cyber
criminals while protecting their data," said Omikawa.
For more information on Trend Micro Security 2015, click
here.
About Trend Micro
Trend Micro Incorporated, a global
leader in security software, strives to make the world safe for
exchanging digital information. Built on 25 years of experience,
our solutions for consumers, businesses and governments provide
layered data security to protect information on mobile devices,
endpoints, gateways, servers and the cloud. Trend Micro enables the
smart protection of information, with innovative security
technology that is simple to deploy and manage, and fits an
evolving ecosystem. All of our solutions are powered by cloud-based
global threat intelligence, the Trend Micro™ Smart Protection
Network™ infrastructure, and are supported by more than 1,200
threat experts around the globe. For more information, visit
TrendMicro.com.
*Online poll questions were conducted by Cint USA during August
13th – 19th, 2014. A total of 2,028
consumers who own computer(s) or/and mobile device(s) completed the
poll questions. Sample is representative of the US Census on
age, gender and region.
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