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Proof of concept cloud TLS hack: the silent hypervisor flaw

Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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Third parties could eavesdrop on cloud communications encrypted with TLS, which can be almost undetectable by most people.
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New Bitdefender vaccine for CryptoWall

Thu, 31st Mar 2016
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Bitdefender offers freeware to protect against CryptoWall & other ransomware; already extorted $1m+ in 5 months.
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Bitdefender gains momentum in MSP market

Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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Bitdefender has released a new integrated MSP security solution known as LabTech, and announced its participation in ConnectWise's vendor programme.
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Valentines beware: scams are targeting you

Thu, 11th Feb 2016
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Beware of Valentine's Day scams targeting lovebirds, warns antivirus provider Bitdefender. Fake offers and phishing attempts are on the rise.
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Gartner names Bitdefender an endpoint security 'visionary'

Tue, 9th Feb 2016
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Bitdefender named Visionary in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection, validating the company's rapid advancement in enterprise sector.
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Bitdefender updates mobile security and antivirus offering

Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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Bitdefender boosts mobile defence with mugshot-snapping feature to outfox snoops and smart-trusted network recognition.
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Bitdefender launches latest Antivirus for Mac, says it 100% effective

Wed, 7th Oct 2015
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Bitdefender launches new Antivirus for Mac, proven 100% effective in independent tests, aims to eliminate adware and malicious programmes.
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Bitdefender to release new product line in 2016

Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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The new product line uses machine learning algorithms to enable the system to fight off new and unknown threats.
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Sophisticated malware resurfaces in Google Play apps

Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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The Android.Trojan.MKero.A malware was originally distributed via third-party marketplace and local social networks in Eastern Europe late 2014.
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Bitdefender uncovers global spam campaign

Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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Bitdefender has discovered a global spam campaign spreading banking Trojan Dyre, using various approaches to maximise damage.
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Ransomware masquerades as FBI, Android users in the crossfire

Tue, 26th May 2015
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Thousands of Android users have been targeted by a ransomware that demands users to pay $500 to restore access to their smartphone, says Bitdefender.
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Free enterprise security: Bargain or false economy?

Wed, 13th May 2015
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A security expert is cautioning against entrusting enterprise security to free security products saying they are a false economy.
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Porn no longer scammers' favourite bait

Fri, 13th Feb 2015
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email security
As Valentine scams surge, Bitdefender warns of a new trend: the decline of adult-themed lures, with scammers opting for varied deceitful tricks.
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The biggest social media security threats of 2015

Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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Bitdefender, security software solutions provider, has released its social media security threat predictions for 2015.
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Thousands fall each hour for 'free Audi R8' Facebook scam

Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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Over 200,000 duped by a Facebook scam offering 'free' Audi R8s, as Bitdefender reveals an alarming rise in victims mostly from the US and the UK.
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Bitdefender launches free tool to help rid users of adware

Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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As malvertising takes the cyber-crime spotlight, the tool provides complete protection against malicious programs that can hijack computers.
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Facebook scams target everyone, not just uneducated suckers

Wed, 5th Nov 2014
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Bitdefender has released a two-year study into Facebook scams revealing scammers infect millions of Facebook users with the same repackaged tricks.
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Time for smart wearable protection as Bitdefender unveils 'iron-clad' security offering

Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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Bitdefender launches new mobile security and antivirus software, incorporating smart watches for added protection.
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Android users held to ransom for 'viewing illegal porn'

Fri, 9th May 2014
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Android users face ransom demands after malware, hidden in porn sites, locks their phones. Pay $300 to unlock, warns Bitdefender.
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Bitdefender unveils SME Small Office security solution

Mon, 3rd Mar 2014
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Bitdefender launches a streamlined Small Office Security solution for SMEs, promising ease of use and effective protection against online threats.