Anti-Phishing Working Group
Panda Software Becomes New Member of
Anti-Phishing Working Group
This alliance, formed by the main representatives of the IT security
industry,
aims to fight against the threat of phishing.
Glendale, CA - January 13, 2005 - Panda Software, one of the leading
developers of solutions against viruses and intruders has become a
Corporate Sponsor of the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG), a powerful
association made up of the main representatives of the IT security
industry, which aims to combat phishing scams.
Phishing scams have become one of the biggest threats to Internet users.
These consist of using false email messages, pop-ups and websites to steal
personal financial data, such as account numbers, passwords or PINs, etc.
Phishing is a problem that is growing rapidly. According to APWG data,
these kinds of attacks increased by 180 percent between April and May 2004,
demonstrating that more cyber-crooks are turning to this kind of bait to
commit fraud online.
APWG Chairman David Jevans said, "We are proud and honored to have Panda
Software join us in this effort, especially given the growing role of
worms, viruses, Trojan horses and other Internet threats as a medium for
delivering phishing attack payloads. The October arrests of Trojan-hackers
in Brazil who stole tens of millions from consumers, reminds us of the
growing relevance of counter-malware expertise in the fight against
phishing."
Peter Cassidy, Secretary General of the Anti-Phishing Working Group, said
"The Anti-Phishing Working Group is proud and honored to have Panda
Software as a new sponsoring member. The company's long-term research into
viruses, worms, Trojans and other malware will be tremendously useful,
informing our investigations into the next phase of phishing attack’s
evolution. What’s more, Panda Software brings a European perspective and
great depth of experience to the table, broadening the AWPG’s view of the
phishing threat worldwide and enriching our group’s internal dialogue.”
“Phishing frauds are getting more and more common and it would not be an
exaggeration to say that they are one of the main threats faced by users
when they browse the Internet or use email. In fact, the consequences of
falling victim to one of these scams are disastrous, as they affect both
personal and corporate finances. Panda Software, true to its commitment to
protect all users against all kinds of Internet threats, has decided to
join this working group, as we see a joint effort from the main
representatives of the industry as the most effective way to combat
phishing,” explains Luis Corrons, Head of PandaLabs at Panda Software.
About the Anti-Phishing Working Group
The Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) is focused on eliminating the
problem of phishing and email spoofing attacks, by developing and sharing
information about the problem, and promoting the visibility and adoption of
industry solutions. Membership of the group is open to qualified financial
institutions, corporations, law enforcement agencies, public policy groups
and solution vendors.
The website of the Anti-Phishing Working Group is www.antiphishing.org. It
serves as a public and industry resource for information about the problem
of phishing and email fraud, including identification and promotion of
pragmatic technical solutions that can provide immediate protection and
benefits against phishing attacks. The analysis, forensics, and archival of
phishing attacks to the website are currently powered by Tumbleweed
Communications' Message Protection Lab™.
About Panda Software
Panda Software is one of the world's leading developers of IT security
solutions, with offices in 50 countries. It is an established pacesetter
for the sector in innovation and expansion and is unequalled in terms of
satisfying customers' needs for the most advanced technologies, products
and services to keep IT resources free from viruses and other threats at
the lowest possible Total Cost of Ownership. The company's unique
TruPrevent Technologies, the most intelligent technologies to combat
unknown viruses and intruders, offer unrivalled preventive protection for
all types of clients: from the largest corporations through small and
medium-sized companies to home users.
For more information and evaluation versions of all Panda Software
solutions, visit our website at: http://www.pandasoftware.com/
For more information:
Alan Wallace
Tel. (818) 543-6909