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ESET’s launches Home feature

Heading into the festive season, it is more important than ever to ensure that computer and smartphone users are protected from increases in brute force attacks, instances of banking malware, and cryptocurrency threats.

ESET, the global cybersecurity leader, has launched a new version of its consumer security line-up, which does just that along with its new ESET Home feature. This web or Android-based platform is placed at the centre of the suite of ESET consumer solutions – allowing users to manage the security of all their Windows and Android devices from one interface.

Smartphones are central to people’s lives, with multiple internet-connected devices in their homes. Simple and efficient protection and management of these devices are critical amidst a steadily increasing tide of cyberattacks.

This updated consumer offering from ESET includes ESET NOD32 Antivirus, ESET Internet Security, and ESET Smart Security Premium, which can all now be centrally managed from a single point by ESET HOME.

The ESET Home’s on-the-go security management and oversight functions allow users to add, manage, and share licenses with family and friends, as well as manage Anti-Theft, Parental Control and Password Manager via the web portal.

Booming cryptocurrencies have brought out the cybercriminals

Banking and cryptocurrency threats have continued to grow. This malware category has experienced an increase of 18.6%, according to the ESET Threat Report T1 2021. Beyond stealing cryptocurrency or gaining access to crypto-wallets, cybercriminals use malware to gain access to users’ computer resources without them knowing, opening the door to many potentially unwanted applications.

Additional features in the ESET suite of products have improved its Banking & Payment Protection with extra security for customers accessing web-based cryptocurrency wallets and banking websites. Android banking malware is a growing threat for users to be aware of and protect themselves against.

Steve Flynn, director of sales and marketing at ESET South Africa, says: “The rise of Android banking malware apps is worrisome because these are not just some annoying ad display apps; their victims can actually lose their savings, with little to no chance of ever recovering them. For users, mobile phone protection is as important as protecting their computers, and this is a critical driver.”

Other key updates in the new product suite include:

Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO at ESET Southern Africa, says: “The updated product suite, including our new LiveGuard feature and the ESET Home platform, puts users firmly in control of their home cybersecurity needs and instils them with the confidence needed to manage multiple devices on the go.

“After more than a year and a half of being heavily reliant on technology and more connected than ever, and with the threat landscape constantly evolving, it is vital that our consumer users are protected with cutting-edge solutions that are easily accessible and provide the best in class user experience.”

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