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ESET launches public beta release of ESET SysInspector
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced the public beta release of ESET SysInspector, a free diagnostic tool for Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003 and Vista-based systems. Designed to perform in-depth analyses, ESET SysInspector identifies running processes, registry entries, startup items, network connections and other areas of interest for IT and security professionals.
San Diego, CA, December 19, 2007ESET Crowned "Best Antivirus Product of 2007" by AV-Comparatives
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced that its award-winning ESET NOD32 Antivirus was named “Best Antivirus Product of 2007” by AV-Comparatives, an independent research outlet that tests antivirus software. Over 17 products were tested throughout the year, with winners from a range of categories including on-demand scanning speed, polymorphic virus detection and number of false positives generated. ESET NOD32 Antivirus was named the overall winner for the second consecutive year.
San Diego, CA, December 4, 2007ESET Secures 47th Virus Bulletin Award in Nine Years - Most in the Industry
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced that its ESET NOD32 Antivirus product has captured an industry-leading 47th VB100 award from Virus Bulletin. Virus Bulletin performs independent comparative testing of antivirus products and is widely respected within the antivirus community.
San Diego, CA, November 30, 2007ESET One of Two Companies To Secure "Advanced+" Rating from AV-Comparatives
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, was named one of only two companies to capture the prestigious “Advanced+” rating from AV-Comparatives, an independent research outlet that tests antivirus software. The “Advanced+” rating is granted to antivirus providers who proactively detect new or unknown threats, without mistakenly identifying safe files as malicious. ESET is able to achieve these industry-leading results due to the solution’s ThreatSense® technology, an advanced heuristics engine that enables proactive detection of malware not covered by even the most frequently updated signature-based products.
San Diego, CA, November 27, 2007ESET NOD32 Antivirus V3.0 and ESET Smart Security Business Editions Now Available
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced the general availability of ESET Smart Security Business Edition, a new, highly integrated security solution for enterprises and small-to-medium-sized businesses. It includes antivirus, antispyware, antispam and firewall features built on ESET’s award-winning advanced heuristic ThreatSense® detection system and the ESET NOD32 Antivirus scanning engine. The Business Edition also incorporates ESET’s Remote Administrator, allowing both ESET Smart Security and the new version of ESET NOD32 Antivirus to be deployed and managed remotely from a central location.
San Diego, CA, November 14, 2007ESET Introduces Malware Protection for Enterprise and SMB Linux Environments
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today unveiled three new Linux solutions for enterprise and SMB network environments. The new Gateway, File and Mail solutions are built on the company’s award-winning ESET NOD32 Antivirus scanning engine and provide Linux users with the highest level of malware protection with little impact on network performance.
San Diego, CA, October 29, 2007ESET Launches ESET NOD32 Antivirus V3.0 and ESET Smart Security
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced the introduction of ESET Smart Security, a new, integrated security solution for consumers and small-to-medium-sized businesses. It includes antivirus, antispyware, antispam and firewall features built on ESET’s award-winning advanced heuristic ThreatSense® detection system and the ESET NOD32 scanning engine. ESET Smart Security combines speed, accuracy and minimal computer system impact to deliver a significant improvement over traditional solutions in the marketplace today. It provides the industry’s highest level of accuracy and fewest false-positives through ESET NOD32 Antivirus . With significantly lower performance overhead compared to the competition, ESET Smart Security uses only 40MB of disk space and scans systems up to 30-times faster than other products.
San Diego, CA, October 23, 2007ESET Wins Top Honors in Software Category at AeA High Tech Awards
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, was awarded the honor of San Diego’s “Best Software Company,” out of six finalists at the 14th Annual AeA High Tech Awards, held Friday, October 19th at the Hilton Torrey Pines in La Jolla, CA. Over 650 people were in attendance.
San Diego, CA, October 15, 2007SET Ranks Second on Deloitte's Technology Fast 50, San Diego
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, has been named to Deloitte’s prestigious Technology Fast 50 Program for San Diego, a ranking of the 50 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications and life sciences companies in the area by Deloitte & Touche USA LLP, one of the nation’s leading professional services organizations. Rankings are based on the percentage revenue growth over five years from 2002 to 2006.
San Diego, CA, September 24, 2007ESET Named 7th Fastest-Growing Private Company in San Diego
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced it has again been named one of the fastest growing private companies in San Diego, and a top-10 finisher on the San Diego Fast 100. Based on revenue growth from 2004 to 2006, ESET ranked number seven on the list of 100 companies.
September 21, 2007ESET Smart Security and ESET NOD32 v3.0 Release Candidates available
ESET Smart Security, the integrated security solution, and ESET NOD32 Antivirus v3.0 are now available as so-called release candidates (betas in almost final versions). Both products are about to be practically tested for the last time before their launch as final versions.
Buenos Aires, September 17, 2007ESET wins 2007 ITSitio Award for Best Security Software
ESET NOD32 Antivirus was chosen as the Best Antivirus Software during the 2007 ITSitio Awards ceremony, finishing well ahead of its competition. As a result, ESET has established itself in the regional distribution channel three years after opening its office in Latin America.
August 27, 2007ESET launches improved beta version of the ESET Remote Administrator
Today ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection launched a beta version of Remote Administrator 2.0. This tool is intended for effective remote installation and consecutive centralized administration of the antivirus system ESET NOD32 in wide area networks
San Diego, CA, August 24, 2007Inc. Magazine Names ESET to 2007 List of America's 500 Fastest-Growing Private Companies
Inc. magazine today ranked ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, No. 89 on its 26th Annual Inc. 500 list, a compilation of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. The prestigious ranking measures revenue over the previous three years, and as of December 31, 2006, eligible companies were required to have $200,000 in revenue in 2003, and $2 million in 2006. With smart, real-time detection, strong financial resources and more than 25 million customers worldwide, ESET customers can rest assured that they will continue to be protected from the latest malware threats and other criminally motivated online attacks.
August 23, 2007The integrated security solution, ESET Smart Security, has reached its BETA 2 testing stage
ESET Smart Security is an integrated personal firewall, anti-spyware, anti-spam, and antivirus solution that combines accuracy, speed and an extremely small system footprint to create the most effective security solution in the industry.
San Diego, CA, August 14, 2007ESET hosts new office Grand Opening
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection for the home, small to medium-sized business (SMB) and enterprise computers, today announced the grand opening of a new office in the heart of downtown San Diego. To commemorate the rapid growth, expansion and success of the company, executives will host a grand opening event today at the new location for all ESET employees and friends of the company, as well as the greater San Diego community. The gathering, to take place between 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. PT, is expected to draw local business leaders and dignitaries, as well as the local media.
August 6, 2007ESET Launches Program for NOD32 for Microsoft Exchange Server
ESET, a global provider of antivirus software, today announced a release of its NOD32 for Microsoft Exchange ("XMON") v2.71. This updated version of XMON adds support for Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 as well as other new features and options. ESET NOD32 Antivirus for Microsoft Exchange brings lightweight and powerful protection for heavy-duty e-mail servers. Version 2.71 is a major update which provides full Microsoft Exchange 2007 support and important changes to the product architecture effectively increasing stability and performance.
August 6, 2007ESET launches new Online Scanner
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced availability of a new, powerful online scanning service. Powered by award-winning ESET NOD32 Antivirus software, the ESET Online Scanner is a free Web-based service that allows users to scan and disinfect systems, hard disks, compressed files and email -- without uninstalling their existing antivirus solution. With the ESET Online Scanner, non-ESET users can identify hidden threats, get a "second opinion" on the health status of their computers, and determine the strength of their current malware solution.
July 23, 2007ESET Launches Beta Version of New Server Product Lines for Linux and FreeBSD
ESET Mail Security protects e-mail messages and e-mail gateway servers against known and unknown viruses, worms, Trojans, spyware, phishing, spam and other Internet threats. Moreover, POP3, SMTP and IMAP protocols can be transparently scanned. ESET File Security provides antivirus protection for file servers and also offers user-friendly web administration interface. ESET Gateway Security is a new product for gateway servers, which offers transparent protection for HTTP and FTP protocols.
July 3, 2007ESET Online Scanner - Beta Released
ESET, a global provider of antivirus software, today announced a release of its new online scanning service. Powered by award-winning ESET NOD32 Antivirus software, ESET Online Scanner is a free Web-based service that enables computer users to perform a comprehensive system scan to check for and clean viruses, spyware, and other malware—without uninstalling their existing antivirus solution.
San Diego, CA, June 27, 2007ESET NOD32 Antivirus Receives Five Star Rating from SC Magazine
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced that ESET NOD32 Antivirus received five stars in SC Magazine’s review of anti-malware management tools, the highest overall individual ranking awarded in group reviews. The evaluation, which examined 12 anti-malware vendors, declared NOD32 Antivirus a leader in protection, ease of use and management, and awarded the product the maximum honors in five of the six individual categories.
San Diego, CA, June 21, 2007ESET Secures Top Score in AV Test
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced that its NOD32 Antivirus software was the only antivirus solution awarded the Advanced+ Certification in the May 2007 Anti-Virus Comparative No. 14 test, conducted by testing organization AV-Comparatives. The Advanced+ Certification is granted to antivirus products that demonstrate leading proactive detection capabilities while delivering minimal false positives.
June 4, 2007ESET Launches Beta Program for NOD32 for Microsoft Exchange Server
NOD32 for Microsoft Exchange ("XMON") v2.71 Public Beta 1 is now available. This updated version of XMON adds support for Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 as well as other new features and options. The beta test version is a precursor of the final product and is intended for experienced users and should not be installed on Exchange servers which perform critical tasks as it may cause errors or crashes.
San Diego, CA, May 23, 2007ESET Unveils Online Scanner
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today unveiled its new online scanning service. Powered by award-winning ESET NOD32 Antivirus software, ESET Online Scanner is a free Web-based service that enables computer users to perform a comprehensive system scan to check for and clean viruses, spyware, and other malware—without uninstalling their existing antivirus solution. With Online Scanner, non-ESET users can get a “second opinion” on the health status of their computers and determine if their existing malware solution is really performing up to snuff.
San Diego, CA, May 9, 2007ESET Expands Executive Team to Support Rapid Growth
ESET, the leader in proactive threat detection, today announced the appointment of Darin Andersen as chief operating officer. Andersen, who has served as a special advisor at ESET since 2005, brings more than 15 years executive management experience to his new role.
San Diego, CA, May 3, 2007ESET CROWNED #1 FASTEST GROWING COMPANY IN SAN DIEGO
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced that it won the #1 seat at the bizSanDiego Fast Growth Awards dinner on May 2. ESET was among the top-ten finalists and has experienced triple-digit growth averaging 161 percent over the past three-years. Companies honored were evaluated based on revenue growth, employee growth and traction in its respective market.
April 6, 2007ESET Launches Beta Program for Integrated Smart Security Solution
ESET Smart Security Public Beta 1 is now available. This new product from ESET incorporates the next version of the NOD32 anti-malware engine with a personal firewall and anti-spam filter. The beta test version is a precursor of the final product without full functionality and documentation. It is intended for experienced users and should not be installed on computers which perform critical tasks because it may cause errors or crashes.
Salt Lake City, UT, March 19, 2007ESET Strikes OEM Deal with Messaging Architects
From the BrainShare conference, ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, and Messaging Architects, a company specializing in the development of Email Security and Risk Management Applications, today announced they have entered into an OEM relationship. Under terms of the agreement, Messaging Architects has integrated ESET NOD32 Antivirus software into Messaging Architects’ M+Guardian Extreme Email Firewall. The combined solution allows businesses using the M+Guardian firewall to benefit from ESET’s award-winning proactive detection capabilities at the gateway to block malware before it can infect the organization’s corporate email system.
San Diego, CA, March 9, 2007Ernst & Young Names ESET Founder Entrepreneur of the Year
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced that Miroslav Trnka, co-owner and chief technology officer, became the first person to earn the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in the Slovak Republic. Mr. Trnka won the coveted award in this first competition in Slovakia based on his technical innovation and proven leadership of antivirus software company ESET, where he has served as CTO since 1987. Mr. Trnka will represent Slovakia at the World Entrepreneur of the Year Award in Monte Carlo, Monaco in June 2007.
San Diego, CA, February 19, 2007ESET NOD32 Receives Microsoft Windows Vista Antivirus Certification
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced that ESET NOD32 Antivirus received antivirus certification from ICSA Labs for NOD32 v2.7 on the Microsoft Windows Vista platform (64-bit). This is the industry’s first anti-virus certification testing program for desktop/server anti-virus products designed for the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system.
San Diego, CA, February 15, 2007Julie Amero Case: Cautionary Tale for Teachers, School IT Staff
The furor over “Norwich vs. Amero” continues to grow as IT managers and teachers alike realize that they may be at risk. This week’s Malware Report covers basic tips teachers and IT managers must follow to prevent facing the same fate as the 38 year old substitute teacher, Julie Amero. Quoted in the podcast is Nancy Willard of the Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use, who says, “In Connecticut, there is now a precedent: if the school district’s technical system is not absolutely, totally secure and if there is ever a situation where a student accidentally views pornography or spyware is accidentally downloaded which delivers pop-up porn sites, then whatever teacher is supposed to be supervising the students is at high risk of arrest and conviction.”
San Diego, CA, February 13, 2007ESET NOD32 Rated Fastest Antivirus on Microsoft Vista
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced that ESET NOD32 Antivirus received its 42nd VB100 award in the February 2007 Virus Bulletin Comparative Review. NOD32 was rated the fastest in comparative testing of 15 antivirus products running on Microsoft Windows Vista Business Edition (32-bit). ESET further extended its nine-year track record as the vendor with the most VB100 awards.
San Diego, CA, February 13, 2007Info Security Products Guide Awards ESET "Hot Companies" Recognition for 2007
ESET, the leader in proactive threat protection, today announced that Info Security Products Guide, the world’s leading publication on security-related products and technologies, has named ESET an Info Security “Hot Companies” winner for 2007 in the security category.
San Diego, CA and Hilliard, Ohio, February 5, 2007Micro Center Offers Best Antivirus Product of 2006
Today, in a move sure to please customers shopping at Micro Center’s high-tech stores across North America, Micro Center and ESET announced the availability of award-winning ESET NOD32 Antivirus software at all Micro Center locations. ESET NOD32 was recently named the best antivirus product of 2006 by independent testing firm AV-compartives.org for its superior protection and performance over a bevy of competing solutions.
San Diego, CA, January 26, 2007ESET NOD32 Crowned Best Antivirus Product of 2006 by AV-Comparatives.org
ESET today announced that ESET NOD32 has been named the overall best antivirus product of 2006 by the independent testing group AV-Comparatives.org. Of the 16 anti-virus products tested across multiple categories, ESET NOD32 antivirus solution earned the top rank in proactive on-demand detection, and on-demand scanning speed.
January 20, 2007Massive Spam Run Propagates Critical Fuclip Trojan
ESET is issuing an advisory regarding a Trojan horse backdoor program that is being sent through email as an attachment. Through the VirusRadar™ component of their ThreatSense.Net™ malware telemetry system, ESET's Threat Center has witnessed a high saturation of the Win32/Fuclip.B Trojan, which was enclosed with as much as 23% of email messages sent between 7:00AM and 9:00PM Pacific Standard Time (GMT-8) on January 20th, 2007.
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