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Bitdefender Mobile Security Enters OEM World(ENP Newswire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) ENP Newswire - 29 February 2012 Release date- 28022012 - BitDefender, an award-winning provider of innovative internet security solutions, today announced the release of its Mobile Security Software Development Kits (SDK) and rebranding solutions to help partners expand product portfolios with mobile antivirus capabilities. According to the Nielsen Social Media Report, today nearly 4 in 5 active Internet users visit social networks and blogs - almost 40% of them from a mobile device. At the end of 2011, a Juniper Global Threat Center report pointed out a '472% increase in Android malware samples since July 2011'. As these developments call for swift response, Bitdefender now offers the #1 rated malware technology to all antivirus, security, or mobile vendors looking to incorporate features that fend off mobile threats without straining the battery or other limited resources in mobile devices.It is ready for integration into mobile architectures and seamless operation on Android-powered phones and tablets alike. The new rebrandable mobile security product, Bitdefender Mobile Security, allows vendors to easily add mobile antivirus, web security, privacy advisor or anti-theft capability without requiring a team of developers or security experts. The malware scanner scans any application after being downloaded and allows individuals to scan their mobile device to ensure the information inside the device is safe. The safe web browsing feature checks malware threats within the cloud to help users avoid malware, phishing, or fraudulent sites. While the anti-theft capability allows users to remotely track and lock the device or erase data within their mobile product. All of these features and more are available to mobile vendors seeking to provide their customers a broader range of solutions. 'With the fast expansion of mobile computing, mobile security has become important requirement both for consumers, businesses as well as mobile ecosystem vendors', said Peter Laakkonen, Bitdefender's General Manager of OEM and Technology Licensing. 'With its modular product portfolio and flexible implementation models Bitdefender is well positioned to provide security for all parts of the mobile infrastructure.' About BitDefender OEM BitDefender has become a preferred choice for leading Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), hardware vendors, service providers, and marketing companies worldwide, who want to license content security technology and implement them within their products. More information about BitDefender and its OEM products are available at the company's OEM solutions portal. About Bitdefender Bitdefender is the creator of one of the world's fastest and most effective lines of internationally certified internet security software.Since 2001, the company has been an industry pioneer, introducing and developing award-winning protection. Today, Bitdefender technology secures the digital experience of around 400 million home and corporate users across the globe. Recently, the company has won a range of key independent recommendations in the US, UK and across Europe, including ConsumerSearch, Which?, Stiftung Warentest and Taenk. Bitdefender antivirus technology has also finished top in leading industry tests from both AV Test and AV-Comparatives. More information about Bitdefender's antivirus products is available from the company's security solutions press room. Additionally, Bitdefender publishes Malware City providing the latest updates on security threats and helping users stay informed in the everyday battle against malware. [Editorial queries for this story should be sent to [email protected]] ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) (c) 2012 Electronic News Publishing - |