Analysts predict that data-centric mobile devices will become a major target for malware attacks in 2006. Trend MicroTM Mobile Security can protect these Smartphones and wireless handhelds against viruses, worms, Trojans, and short message service (SMS) text message spam. A new built-in firewall (available only in version 3.0) guards Wi-Fi-enabled devices against hackers, intrusions, and denial-of-service attacks.

Enterprises can use Trend Micro Mobile Security to prevent data theft and mobile service disruptions, which can interfere with employee productivity. Mobile operators can also benefit by offering the security software to their customers as a pre-installed or aftermarket solution to protect their mobile devices. This helps operators maximize airtime and increase revenues while minimizing related customer service costs.

Firewall Security
Trend Micro Mobile Security features a new built-in firewall—critical protection for the increasing number of Wi-Fi-enabled mobile devices. The firewall monitors inbound and outbound network traffic to block hackers and other unauthorized activity, preventing data theft and disruption of service. Users can adjust the firewall protection level and create a rule list based on their security needs.

Easy to Use
Trend Micro Mobile Security features an easy-to-use mobile handset interface that simplifies protection from viruses and SMS text message spam.

Anti-Spam for SMS Text Messages
To block SMS text message spam, Trend Micro Mobile Security provides flexible anti-spam options including an approved sender list, a blocked sender list, and the ability to block SMS messages from unknown senders.

Flexible Virus Scanning
Award-winning Trend Micro antivirus technology detects and blocks viruses, worms, Trojans, spyware, and evolving malicious mobile code on handhelds and storage cards. It performs automatic, real-time virus scans and allows mobile users to initiate manual scans.

Automatic Security Updates
Trend Micro Mobile Security 3.0 automatically delivers updated pattern files to the mobile device anytime it is connected to the Internet. TMMS 3.0 receives updates via wireless data connection (WiFi, GPRS, EDGE, EV-DO, etc.) or by synchronizing through a PC via ActiveSync. New pattern files and updates are developed by TrendLabs, Trend Micro's global research and support team that works around the clock to monitor malware activity, develop information on new threats, and deliver effective security solutions to Trend Micro customers.