Trend Micro updates its mobile security software to v2

Hanover, Germany, March 11, 2005 -- (MobileVillage) -- At the CeBIT tradeshow in Germany today, Trend Micro announced version 2.0 of its Trend Micro Mobile Security (TMMS) antivirus and SMS anti-spam protection software for wireless mobile data devices such as smartphones.

Version 2.0 provides increased device support with the addition of Symbian OS v7.0 with the Series 60 Platform (example: Nokia 6600, 7610). Pattern files can be provided "over the air" utilising the same method as mobile phone provider software upgrades, enabling rapid updates as new threats emerge, according to Trend Micro.

Management and provisioning is enabled through the TMMS Mobile Management Console, permitting mobile operators and enterprises to remotely equip, update and control the protection on client devices.

Already in 2005 a number of new mobile malware have been identified, including the Vlasco family; which uses Bluetooth to propagate, and Comwar, which uses Bluetooth or MMS to propagate. So far all viruses have been extremely limited in scope, with only a few reported cases in affected countries.

Trend Micro says its Mobile Security version 1.0 will function until 30 June 2005. Version 2.0 will be available for testing in Q2 2005 with volume deployments in Q3 2005. Pricing for specific customer deployments is available on request from your local Trend Micro office.

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