Intel Security to Protect Galaxy S6 Smartphones
02 March 2015 - 7:00PM
Business Wire
Anti-Malware Technology to be Pre-installed
on Customers’ Devices Globally
News Highlights:
- Samsung Galaxy S6 devices worldwide
will come pre-installed with McAfee VirusScan Mobile™ anti-malware
technology from Intel Security™
Intel Security today announced that Samsung will be providing
Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge smartphone users with a security
solution to help keep them safe from a growing number of mobile
threats. For the first time, Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge will be
pre-installed with VirusScan Mobile technology. With this
agreement, customers’ Galaxy S6 devices will be protected by
anti-malware technology that provides users with a more secure
online mobile experience.
The threat of complex hacks continues to expand as the world
becomes even more connected as mobile devices become pervasive.
From the “celebgate” attack that leaked photos of many
popular celebrities, to mobile spyware, attacks on IoT
devices, and the growth of mobile payments, the vulnerabilities to
mobile devices and potential risks are greater than ever. According
to a new report by McAfee Labs, mobile malware, which includes
viruses, as well as malicious apps and URLs, increased by 14
percent during the fourth quarter of 2014. The report also found
that the infection rate for mobile malware has increased
significantly, with at least 8 percent of all systems reporting an
infection since Q4 2013.
“We live in an unprecedented era of connectivity, where users
are doing just about everything on their mobile devices – from
banking to shopping to filing taxes – potentially putting their
sensitive data and privacy at risk,” said John Giamatteo, SVP and
GM at Intel Security. “With the help of Intel Security, all Samsung
Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge users can receive protection to enable safe
online experiences.”
Security solutions from Intel Security are already available
from a majority of PC manufacturers worldwide. With this
pre-installed technology, Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge users will
have anti-malware scanning and protection already built in and
activated on their new devices so they can explore the mobile world
with confidence.
“With the pre-installed security solution, Samsung Galaxy S6 and
S6 Edge users will have the latest anti-malware technology already
built in and activated on their new devices,” said Henry Lee, VP of
Security R&D, Samsung Mobile Communications Division. “We are
working closely with partners to offer first grade security
solutions so consumers feel safe and secure in the digital
world.”
McAfee VirusScan Technology
McAfee VirusScan Mobile is an anti-malware system that scans
apps and files on both the device and SD Card, helping to prevent
corruption from viruses, worms, Trojans, and other malicious
code.
Availability
Samsung Galaxy S6 devices will be shipping with McAfee VirusScan
pre-installed. There is no additional purchase necessary.
Intel Security at Mobile World Congress
At Mobile World Congress, Intel Security will be providing demos
of this technology at the Intel booth #3D30, Hall 3.
About Intel Security
With its Security Connected strategy, innovative approach to
hardware-enhanced security, and unique Global Threat Intelligence,
Intel Security is intensely focused on developing proactive, proven
security solutions and services that protect systems, networks, and
mobile devices for business and personal use around the world.
Intel Security combines the experience and expertise of McAfee with
the innovation and proven performance of Intel to make security an
essential ingredient in every architecture and on every computing
platform. Intel Security’s mission is to give everyone the
confidence to live and work safely and securely in the digital
world. www.intelsecurity.com.
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Intel SecurityKim Eichorn, 408-455-2172kim_eichorn@mcafee.comorZeno GroupMelinda Jenkins,
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