Discover how Bitdefender is revolutionizing IoT security through its collaboration with the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA). With a legacy of innovation, including the groundbreaking Bitdefender Box, and more recently its Smart Home Security, Bitdefender is at the forefront of protecting connected ecosystems. As an active participant in the CSA’s Matter and Product Security Working Groups, Bitdefender is driving the development of secure IoT frameworks and standards. Learn how these advancements are shaping the future of connected living.
Explore this document to learn how Bitdefender and the prpl Foundation are revolutionizing cybersecurity for telco operators. Dive into cutting-edge solutions that enhance router security, safeguard infrastructure, and protect subscribers from evolving threats. Find out how the Subscriber Protection Platform leverages open-source innovation to deliver advanced protection and seamless integration for the 5G era and beyond.
We’re excited to share that Razvan Todor, VP of Product Management at Bitdefender, was interviewed by the Telecoms.com team at our booth during the Network X Paris event.
Razvan discussed a critical topic for our digital future: securing our digital environment. In an increasingly connected world, data protection and cybersecurity play a pivotal role in keeping the digital space safe for both individuals and businesses.
Routers, especially those supporting 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), need stronger security to meet the demands of modern networks. Watch the HardenStance x Bitdefender webinar to find out more about the rapid rise of 5G FWAs and the unique cybersecurity challenges they bring. Discover how telcos can protect their infrastructure and enhance subscriber satisfaction with expert insights from Razvan Todor, VP of Product Management B2B2C at Bitdefender. Learn actionable strategies to secure routers, address vulnerabilities, and confidently embrace the 5G revolution while safeguarding your network and maintaining customer trust.
In a saturated consumer market, determining where to invest to maximise ARPU is critical. In this context, cybersecurity can be a winning solution for telcos that need to choose options that prioritize consumer convenience.
In this session, Bitdefender demonstrates how convenience is a key ingredient in becoming a successful cybersecurity provider, while STL Partners shares findings from a comprehensive research study, which included a conjoint analysis survey of approximately 2,000 US and EU consumers.
Consumers are not only increasingly living their lives online but are also surrounded by smart home technology, expanding the attack surface for malicious actors. In a market with a high volume of free cybersecurity services and a number of consumer safety players offering premium digital life protections, how can telcos carve out an opportunity in the consumer market?
The Cyber Threats in a Time of Pandemic webinar takes a look at some of the most important threats businesses and consumers have been facing since the beginning of the pandemic. We are revealing what Bitdefender telemetry and research has shown in terms of malware spread during this time and how threats were designed to exploit fear and misinformation in order to trick victims into clicking, downloading, and executing malware.
In this webinar, co-hosted by Bitdefender and Parks Associates, we explore how the security of the average home network has become exponentially more critical as shelter-in-place and work-at-home policies have caused more families to live, work, and play at home. Especially since the line between work and the personal environment has been blurred, cybersecurity takes on a whole new value in addition to the regular concerns of today’s households.
Home is Where Cybersecurity Begins! According to an evaluation conducted by leading independent authority AV-Comparatives, NETGEAR Armor, powered by Bitdefender, ranked as the best router-based cybersecurity solution, outperforming competitors across multiple categories:
- Router Security Features: Achieved the highest score (9.1/10), leading in protecting against threats like brute-force and denial-of-service attacks.
- Malicious Website Detection: Delivered the most efficient detection rates, blocking harmful sites and safeguarding your network.
- Endpoint Protection: Offering an industry-leading 99.98% protection rate for up to 50 devices as part of the standard package.
The results confirm NETGEAR Armor, powered by Bitdefender, as the best option for homeowners looking for robust and convenient network protection. With leading performance in critical areas NETGEAR Armor gives users peace of mind by protecting their devices and their family from digital threats.
The number of connected devices in consumers' homes is steadily increasing, exposing the smart home to greater cyberthreats than ever before. Smart Home Security is a router-based agent that protects all network-connected devices, including WIFI-enabled IoT devices, from security and privacy threats. It conveniently protects the home network from internet-based threats, giving home users peace of mind and confidence in their digital security. Furthermore, it provides telcos with a strong value-added service that can act as a powerful differentiator, increasing user satisfaction and opening up new revenue streams.
The proliferation of 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) introduces new challenges and security risks for both end users and telcos. Read this White Paper and find out why protection against cyber threats and scams is a key part of a FWA value proposition for end users, and what operators can do to arrive at better end-to-end network visibility, as well as better threat, anomaly detection and mitigation capabilities.
Most home routers are vulnerable, this translates into increased costs for operators, due to increased customer support load and abnormally high bandwidth consumption during attacks. For service providers, Bitdefender offers the security & privacy layer that delivers safe, optimal and seamless experiences for subscribers, so they can enjoy digital experiences without issues.
Italian operator WINDTRE partnered with Bitdefender to protect clients from cyberthreats. The new product aims to protect WINDTRE subscribers’ mobile devices and privacy, while also strengthening the company’s reputation as a trusted value-added service provider
NETGEAR selected Bitdefender to integrate the Bitdefender IoT Security Platform into their consumer-grade routers. Our solution allowed the Connected Home unit at NETGEAR to introduce a subscription-based service for home users, provide key differentiation for their customers, and build a new recurring revenue stream.
A recent analysis by Bitdefender and STL Partners highlights that cybersecurity is the top service Spanish consumers are interested in purchasing from their network operators. This interest stems from the fact that 80% of Spanish users fear cyberattacks, leading them to seek comprehensive protection solutions.
The main concerns for these consumers include cost, selecting the right solution and obtaining solutions that protect all aspects of their digital lives.
Additionally, Spanish users prefer bundled services that offer both protection and convenience, indicating a demand for all-in-one cybersecurity solutions.
This trend underscores the importance for network operators to provide tailored cybersecurity offerings that address these consumer concerns.
According to a recent analysis by Bitdefender and STL Partners, French consumers expect network operators to play a key role in their cybersecurity. As a result, a significant majority express interest in purchasing cybersecurity solutions directly from their provider, with many favoring bundled offerings for added convenience.
Like many Europeans, French users face increasing threats from online fraud, mobile scams, and phishing attacks. These risks drive their demand for comprehensive cybersecurity solutions that safeguard every aspect of their digital lives.
Bitdefender is a cybersecurity leader delivering best-in-class threat prevention, detection, and response solutions worldwide. Guardian over millions of consumer, enterprise, and government environments, Bitdefender is one of the industry’s most trusted experts for eliminating threats, protecting privacy, digital identity and data, and enabling cyber resilience.
The Bitdefender Subscriber Protection Platform is an all-in-one, multi-layered cybersecurity ecosystem tailored to the specific needs of service providers and device manufacturers. Among its many features, it offers Endpoint Security, Privacy, Smart Home Protection, Network Security, Market Intelligence and GTM Support and is designed to protect subscribers' digital lives while helping providers boost revenues.
A recent user behavior study conducted by Bitdefender and Ipsos reveals that for most telco subscribers in Canada, cyberthreats are a serious issue, with 77% of those polled expressing fear of cyberattacks and 33% revealing they experienced a phishing attack or scam in the last 6 months. The biggest reason for concern appears to be financial fraud, with 57% of participants concerned about losing money to cybercriminals. At the same time, 55% are worried about identity theft, and 53% fear data breaches.
45% of Canadians believe that their network operator should be responsible for cybersecurity, with 86% saying that having an online security solution from their provider is very important and 31% saying they would even consider switching service providers for a better cybersecurity offer.
According to a user behavior study conducted by Bitdefender and Ipsos, for US users cyberthreats remain a hot topic with 79% of those polled expressing fear of cyberattacks. The greatest concern appears to be identity theft, with 53% of participants concerned about their digital identity and 49% concerned about losing personal information due to data breaches.
Moreover, 45% believe that cybersecurity should be the responsibility of their service provider, with 74% stating that having an online security solution offered by their provider is very important and 26% stating that they would even consider switching service providers for a better cybersecurity offer.
