Sophos, the world leader in protecting businesses against
viruses, spyware and spam, and Webroot Software, Inc., the leading
provider of anti-spyware software for consumers, have today
announced a technology partnership that will bring to market a new
standard of protection against the most dangerous internet security
threats. Through the partnership, Webroot will license Sophos's
anti-virus technology for use in select Webroot consumer and
enterprise products.
The new Webroot solutions will integrate Sophos's advanced
anti-virus research and technology into Webroot's award-winning
anti-spyware software, Spy Sweeper, to provide consumers and
enterprises with superior protection against both spyware and
viruses in one tightly integrated and easy-to-use solution. These
new products from Webroot will be available later this year.
"Last month alone there were more than 4,000 new pieces of
malware discovered, all aiming to attack unprotected PCs. For the
first time, home users can benefit from the powerful
industrial-strength virus protection that has been defending
businesses and governments for 20 years," said Steve
Munford, CEO of Sophos. "Customers win because Sophos and
Webroot are both dedicated to cutting-edge research and innovative
security. Additionally, this alliance is an important part of
Sophos's strategy to boost awareness of our best-of-breed expertise
against internet borne threats."
One of the first providers of anti-spyware technologies,
Webroot's award-winning lineup of Spy Sweeper products has been
protecting consumers, enterprises and small businesses from the
most damaging and sophisticated forms of spyware since 2003. Sophos
has also garnered international recognition for its award winning
virus detection and removal in independent laboratory tests
conducted by respected bodies such as the ICSA, Virus Bulletin and
West Coast Labs. Customers can now enjoy unparalleled protection
leveraging the global network of researchers at SophosLabs™ and
spyware research at Webroot using its acclaimed Phileas
technology.
"There is no doubt that spyware and viruses are the two most
dangerous types of Internet security threats facing PC users
today," said David Moll, CEO of Webroot Software. "In the past
year, we have witnessed a disturbing increase in not only the
prevalence and maliciousness of spyware but also the blending of
these threats with varying payloads. By integrating Sophos's
highly-advanced and proven anti-virus technology into our Spy
Sweeper product, we will protect users from these threats with a
single, intuitive solution."
About Webroot
Webroot Software, Inc. is the creator and publisher of the
award-winning Spy Sweeper™ line of anti-spyware products for
consumers, small businesses and enterprises worldwide. Based in
Boulder, Colo., the company is privately held and backed by some of
the industry's leading venture capital firms, including Technology
Crossover Ventures, Accel Partners and Mayfield. Webroot's software
consistently receives top ratings and recommendations by respected
third-party media and product reviews, and has been adopted by
millions globally. Spy Sweeper software and other Webroot products
can be found online at www.webroot.com and on the shelves of
leading retailers throughout the United States, Europe and Japan.
Webroot products are also available as either branded solutions or
on an OEM basis. To find out more about Webroot, visit www.webroot.com or call
1-800-772-9383.
More than 100 million users in 150 countries rely on Sophos as the best protection against complex threats and data loss. Sophos is committed to providing security and data protection solutions that are simple to manage, deploy and use and that deliver the industry's lowest total cost of ownership. Sophos offers award-winning encryption, endpoint security, web, email, and network access control solutions backed by SophosLabs - a global network of threat intelligence centers. With more than two decades of experience, Sophos is regarded as a leader in security and data protection by top analyst firms and has received many industry awards.
Sophos is headquartered in Boston, US and Oxford, UK. More information is available at www.sophos.com.