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McAfee Anti-Theft Provides Secure Protection for Ultrabook™ Devices
September 2012 by Marc Jacob
McAfee announced a new version of McAfee Anti-Theft security software designed to protect Ultrabook™ devices should they be lost or stolen. This latest enhancement is a collaborative effort with Intel Corporation to develop anti-theft software that leverages Intel Anti-Theft Technology to provide device and data protection for consumers in today’s connected world.
With laptops being stolen every 53 seconds, according to the Ponemon Institute in 2007, it’s more important than ever for people to protect their digital assets.
McAfee Anti-Theft combines hardware-enabled security with advanced software to keep personal data safe in the event of laptop loss or theft. The solution enables consumers to track a lost or stolen Ultrabook – a new category of mobile device – and lock it remotely to protect personal information. McAfee Anti-Theft also includes data encryption and a “stealth mode” that allows the owner of the device to ensure their data is protected while still being able to track the lost or stolen device. Anti-tamper features keep user information secure even if the hard drive is removed or the operating system is re-installed.
Features
McAfee Anti-Theft protects personal information on lost or stolen Ultrabook devices and it allows consumers to find the location and remotely lock the device. The key features in this latest version include:
Locate and Track:
· Locates and tracks the Ultrabook device based on available Wi-Fi, GPS, or 3G data
File Protection:
· On-the-fly file encryption of personal files; encryption keys are stored in hardware and automatically deleted in the event of theft
· Anti-tamper features prevent uninstallation of the software and keep personal data safe even if the hard drive is removed or the operating system is re-installed
Lock Modes & Methods:
· Several lock modes including a Lockdown Mode that uses Intel Anti-Theft Technology to completely disable all access to the device, a Stealth Mode that protects the user’s data while still allowing the user to locate the device, plus Vacation and Repair Shop modes that temporarily suspend locking functions
· Lock methods including a user-initiated, manual lock and a time-based auto-lock, which locks based on a user-configurable timer
Customizable Lost & Found Message:
· Allows users to create a customized message that is displayed for an unauthorized user attempting to start up the laptop
Management Console:
· A Web-based tool to quickly and easily initiate a system lock for a lost or stolen device as well as maintain settings and view location history on a map, including addresses
Reactivation:
· User enters an unlock passphrase at system start-up with the option of remote assistance from McAfee Customer Support
– Pricing, Availability and Compatibility
McAfee Anti-Theft software solution is available today preloaded on Ultrabook devices from leading manufacturers. The MSRP for McAfee Anti-Theft is $24.99 US, which provides one year of protection and supports all leading Web browsers.
