F-Secure is a unique software that contains additional tools to secure end user’s devices. It protects against a wide range of threats. F-Secure used to be responsible for the business part, but as of July 2022, WithSecure has focused on endpoint security, and managed services for small and medium-sized businesses, while F-Secure implements a security strategy for the consumer market.
F-Secure Total includes a VPN recommended by AVLab which should be used primarily by users who own smartphones that no longer receive updates. The VPN encrypts all network communication, so it is possible to access sensitive data even over an unsecured Wi-Fi network. In addition, the VPN allows to block ads and tracking scripts, and this is already a very desirable feature especially on smartphones.
The software for Windows and macOS includes a module to protect online transfers certified by AVLab. During an active banking session, all other Internet connections are stopped for the duration of this special protection. This prevents connections from being established so malware cannot connect to the hacker’s server.
An important module is the so-called monitoring of an e-mail or other information entered by a user for data leak. F-Secure works with third-party operators to scan the Tor network for stolen data and provide altering and assistance in the event of a leak.
F-Secure is known mainly for the good antivirus protection. It secures against 0-day malware through an advanced analysis of unknown threats (DeepGuard technology).
Certificates that confirm the high quality of software and effectiveness in protecting against threats and attacks in real time.
The certificate is awarded to solutions that achieve a high level of security throughout the year in the Advanced In-The-Wild Malware Test.
The TOP Remediation Time award reflects the quick response to threats through the complete neutralization of the entire “life cycle” of malware in the year-round Advanced in-The-Wild Malware Test.
We award developers who perfectly respond to cyberattacks reproducing the theft of payment data, or even the manipulation of information by banking Trojans.
Tested on default settings + browser protection
Blocked: 417/417
Total: 100%
RT: 0 seconds
WEB-LAYER PROTECTION: The classification concerns detecting malware samples before they are launched in the system.
RUNTIME DEFENSE: The analysis level, i.e. a virus has been run and blocked by a tested product.
SYSTEM COMPROMISE: The failure, i.e. a virus hasn’t been blocked and it has infected a system.
Remediation Time (RT) Legend
The time expressed in seconds from the introduction of malware into the system by a browser, through the launch, to detection and reaction by product on a security incident. The Remediation Time may depend on the real activity of the malware, which may increase calculated time.
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