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CyberDefendera?s EDC 3.0 Internet Security Suite for PCs Awarded West Coast Labsa? Checkmark Certification

^{Published on 2010-08-02 07:30:56 - Market Wire}
 

LOS ANGELES--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--[ CyberDefender Corporation ] (NASDAQ: [ CYDE ]), a provider of Internet security software, utilities and Live PC Support services that work together to maximize online safety for consumers, today announced that its recently launched [ Early Detection Center (EDC) 3.0 ] has passed rigorous anti-virus, anti-trojan and anti-spyware desktop testing and has been awarded the [ West Coast Labsa™ prestigious anti-malware Checkmark Certification ].

"Computers are more than silicon and electricity. They contain what we hold dear: family pictures, our favorite music, financial data and much more. As a trusted advisor to consumers, we are committed to protect their PCs from malicious malware and cyber criminals."

aThe Checkmark accreditation program is recognized globally by vendors, end users and government agencies. The certification we received represents a major endorsement of the quality of our PC solution,a said Gary Guseinov, CEO, CyberDefender.

EDC 3.0 is CyberDefendera™s latest addition to the companya™s award-winning, easy-to-use cyber security suite for PCs, boasting a robust software package that delivers real-time protection against Internet-delivered spyware, viruses and phishing scams that adversely impact performance and often lead to identity theft and even system breakdowns. Users of EDC are part of CyberDefendera™s Argus Network, a community-powered network that identifies threats encountered by more than six million active CyberDefender users and instantaneously sends any suspicious data to CyberDefender to be tested.

The Checkmark certification tests were conducted by [ West Coast Labs (WCL) ], one of the world's leading independent test facilities. The testing criteria for its programs include peer reviews by the West Coast Labs Technology Forum and a group of leading, senior IT security professionals in major corporate organizations around the world. Collecting a broad spectrum of end-user input ensures that standards and accreditation criteria are an accurate reflection of real-world user requirements.

aReceiving a prestigious Checkmark Certification by West Coast Labs reinforces our commitment to product innovation and validates our newly launched EDC 3.0, our most powerful malware detection and advanced security package for consumers,a says Director of CyberDefender Research Labs, Achal Khetarpal. aComputers are more than silicon and electricity. They contain what we hold dear: family pictures, our favorite music, financial data and much more. As a trusted advisor to consumers, we are committed to protect their PCs from malicious malware and cyber criminals.a

EDC 3.0, includes CyberDefendera™s Dual Core Scanning Technology as well as a new, more intuitive interface, and is now available at [ http://www.cyberdefender.com/antivirus-products/antivirus-software.html ]. Users who require immediate help with malware infections or assistance with other computer issues should visit [ http://www.cyberdefender.com/pc-support-products/pc-repair-comparison.html ].

About CyberDefender

CyberDefender Corporation [NASDAQ: [ CYDE ]] is a provider of Internet security software, utilities and Live PC Support services that work together to ensure maximum safety for consumers in a digital world. The company develops and markets antispyware/antivirus software and remote, live tech support services. In addition, CyberDefender offers identity protection and computer optimization services. With millions of active users on its cloud based Collaborative Internet Security Network, CyberDefender leverages the power of community to protect its customers from the rapidly growing number of new online threats every year. CyberDefender products are fully compatible with Microsoft's XP, Vista, and 7 Operating systems. All products are available at [ www.cyberdefender.com ]. IR Site: [ www.cyberdefendercorp.com ].

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

Statements in this press release that are not statements of historical or current fact, such as CyberDefender's expectation of future revenue growth and profitability, constitute "forward-looking statements." Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other unknown factors that could cause CyberDefender's actual results to be materially different from the historical results or from any future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause CyberDefender's results to be materially different from the forward-looking statements include whether CyberDefender will be able to find financing when and as it needs it and whether CyberDefender's revenues will eventually exceed its expenses. The forward-looking statements contained herein are also subject generally to other risks and uncertainties that are described from time to time in CyberDefender's reports and registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available for review at [ http://www.sec.gov/ ].