Commtouch's New Mobile Security for Android Combats Fast-Growing Number of Mobile Threats
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Posted on January 15, 2013 at 8:14:01 AM
Commtouch's New Mobile Security for Android Combats Fast-Growing Number of Mobile Threats
OEM-focused service with an Android SDK is the first to combine antivirus and Web security
MCLEAN, Virginia, January 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Commtouch(R) (NASDAQ: CTCH), a leading provider of Internet security technology and
cloud-based services, today announced general availability of its new Mobile Security for
Android. It is the first-ever OEM solution that offers cloud-assisted antivirus and Web
security services delivered through a single, easy to integrate client SDK for the popular
mobile operating system.
(Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/529254 )
The more than 400 million Android devices around the globe are an appealing hotbed of
opportunity for cyber criminals. In 2012, Commtouch's lab saw a steep increase from 6,000
Android-specific threats in January to more than 360,000 by year-end. The escalating
threat includes multi-functional Trojans that steal data, send texts to premium-rate
numbers, and steal credentials and phone data from end users.
The alarming growth rate of threats illustrates a clear need for vendors and service
providers in the mobile space to add security functionality for the protection of their
end users. Designed specifically for the OEM market, Commtouch's new Mobile Security for
Android offers proven antivirus and Web security technology backed by a global
infrastructure that organizations can easily add to their products and services. It
offers:
- Superior detection of known and previously unseen Android malware with
heuristic and hash-based scanning
- Secure mobile browsing and prevention of mobile phishing attacks
- Scanning of files, apps, SMS, MMS and email attachments
- Complete flexibility with on-demand and on-access scanning
The Mobile Security service and its client-based SDK use very little memory, bandwidth
and battery time, leveraging the threat detection power of Commtouch's global cloud
infrastructure instead of client-side resources. The SDK supports partner applications
that deliver best-of-breed end-user experience.
Commtouch's Mobile Security for Android was designed to offer essential and quick
differentiation for vendors and service providers, including:
- Mobile Device Management (MDM) providers
- Mobile business app developers
- Device manufacturers
- SaaS providers
- App stores
- Security vendors
"There's no question that protection against Android-specific threats is needed now
more than ever," said Helmuth Freericks, vice president of antivirus products at
Commtouch. "The new offering provides OEM partners with the unique opportunity to offer
integrated antivirus and Web security for Android environments. We have specifically
designed the SDK to be easily integrated - allowing our partners to rapidly provide added
value to customers with mobile security technology that continually outperforms the
competition."
About Commtouch's Mobile Security for Android
Designed specifically for the OEM market, Commtouch's Mobile Security for Android
enables vendors and service providers to differentiate their offerings with
easy-to-integrate antivirus and Web security capabilities that consistently defeat Android
threats. The SDK won't impact device performance or user experience while detecting both
known and previously unseen malware. To learn more, visit
http://www.commtouch.com/mobile-security-for-android.
About Commtouch
Commtouch(R) (NASDAQ: CTCH) is a leading provider of Internet security technology and
cloud-based services for vendors and service providers, increasing the value and
profitability of customers' solutions by protecting billions of Internet transactions on a
daily basis. With six global data centers and renowned technology, Commtouch's email, Web,
and antivirus capabilities easily integrate into customers' products and solutions,
keeping more than 350 million end users safe. To learn more, visit
http://www.commtouch.com.
- Blog: http://blog.commtouch.com/cafe
- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/commtouch
- LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/commtouch
- Twitter: @Commtouch
Recurrent Pattern Detection, RPD, Zero-Hour and GlobalView are trademarks, and
Commtouch is a registered trademark of Commtouch. U.S. Patent No. 6,330,590 is owned by
Commtouch. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Company Contact:
Brian Briggs, Chief Financial Officer
Commtouch
+1-703-760-3444
brian.briggs@commtouch.com
U.S. Investor Contact:
Christopher Chu
Grayling
+1-646-284-9400
commtouch@grayling.com
Israel Investor Relations Contact:
Iris Lubitch
EffectiveIR
+972-54-252-8007
Iris@EffectiveIR.co.il
Commtouch Media Contact:
Matthew Zintel
Zintel Public Relations
+1-281-444-1590
matthew.zintel@zintelpr.com
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Commtouch
OEM-focused service with an Android SDK is the first to combine antivirus and Web security
MCLEAN, Virginia, January 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Commtouch(R) (NASDAQ: CTCH), a leading provider of Internet security technology and
cloud-based services, today announced general availability of its new Mobile Security for
Android. It is the first-ever OEM solution that offers cloud-assisted antivirus and Web
security services delivered through a single, easy to integrate client SDK for the popular
mobile operating system.
(Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/529254 )
The more than 400 million Android devices around the globe are an appealing hotbed of
opportunity for cyber criminals. In 2012, Commtouch's lab saw a steep increase from 6,000
Android-specific threats in January to more than 360,000 by year-end. The escalating
threat includes multi-functional Trojans that steal data, send texts to premium-rate
numbers, and steal credentials and phone data from end users.
The alarming growth rate of threats illustrates a clear need for vendors and service
providers in the mobile space to add security functionality for the protection of their
end users. Designed specifically for the OEM market, Commtouch's new Mobile Security for
Android offers proven antivirus and Web security technology backed by a global
infrastructure that organizations can easily add to their products and services. It
offers:
- Superior detection of known and previously unseen Android malware with
heuristic and hash-based scanning
- Secure mobile browsing and prevention of mobile phishing attacks
- Scanning of files, apps, SMS, MMS and email attachments
- Complete flexibility with on-demand and on-access scanning
The Mobile Security service and its client-based SDK use very little memory, bandwidth
and battery time, leveraging the threat detection power of Commtouch's global cloud
infrastructure instead of client-side resources. The SDK supports partner applications
that deliver best-of-breed end-user experience.
Commtouch's Mobile Security for Android was designed to offer essential and quick
differentiation for vendors and service providers, including:
- Mobile Device Management (MDM) providers
- Mobile business app developers
- Device manufacturers
- SaaS providers
- App stores
- Security vendors
"There's no question that protection against Android-specific threats is needed now
more than ever," said Helmuth Freericks, vice president of antivirus products at
Commtouch. "The new offering provides OEM partners with the unique opportunity to offer
integrated antivirus and Web security for Android environments. We have specifically
designed the SDK to be easily integrated - allowing our partners to rapidly provide added
value to customers with mobile security technology that continually outperforms the
competition."
About Commtouch's Mobile Security for Android
Designed specifically for the OEM market, Commtouch's Mobile Security for Android
enables vendors and service providers to differentiate their offerings with
easy-to-integrate antivirus and Web security capabilities that consistently defeat Android
threats. The SDK won't impact device performance or user experience while detecting both
known and previously unseen malware. To learn more, visit
http://www.commtouch.com/mobile-security-for-android.
About Commtouch
Commtouch(R) (NASDAQ: CTCH) is a leading provider of Internet security technology and
cloud-based services for vendors and service providers, increasing the value and
profitability of customers' solutions by protecting billions of Internet transactions on a
daily basis. With six global data centers and renowned technology, Commtouch's email, Web,
and antivirus capabilities easily integrate into customers' products and solutions,
keeping more than 350 million end users safe. To learn more, visit
http://www.commtouch.com.
- Blog: http://blog.commtouch.com/cafe
- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/commtouch
- LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/commtouch
- Twitter: @Commtouch
Recurrent Pattern Detection, RPD, Zero-Hour and GlobalView are trademarks, and
Commtouch is a registered trademark of Commtouch. U.S. Patent No. 6,330,590 is owned by
Commtouch. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Company Contact:
Brian Briggs, Chief Financial Officer
Commtouch
+1-703-760-3444
brian.briggs@commtouch.com
U.S. Investor Contact:
Christopher Chu
Grayling
+1-646-284-9400
commtouch@grayling.com
Israel Investor Relations Contact:
Iris Lubitch
EffectiveIR
+972-54-252-8007
Iris@EffectiveIR.co.il
Commtouch Media Contact:
Matthew Zintel
Zintel Public Relations
+1-281-444-1590
matthew.zintel@zintelpr.com
Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/529254
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