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DriveSentry security experts revealed today that they have detected more than one million Internet viruses, including trojans and other malicious codes that can wreak havoc on consumer technology products.

DriveSentry experts say the viruses could attack PCs and mobile devices such as phones, digital cameras, MP3 players and USB keys. Researchers at the firm say they can prevent files that contain sensitive data, such as bank details and photos from being affected by computer viruses. Computer hackers regularly plant viruses on home computers to collect personal information.

In less than three years, DriveSentry captured the unique signatures of more than one million pieces of malware. The discovery is a stark indication of the growth of activity by online criminal gangs and hackers in cyberspace.

DriveSentry recently launched a new weapon in the fight against computer bugs. Its GoAnywhere antivirus security software protects all removable devices from infection. The technology is unique in the way it protects consumer gadgets, such as MP3 players, no matter which system they are connected to.

It protects users who may be downloading files, such as music from the Internet, by identifying and filtering out viruses and allowing access to only trusted applications.

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"Internet usage has shot through the roof over the last five years and led to the propagation of a new generation of computer viruses and malware," said John Safa, chief technology officer at DriveSentry. "The fact that we have managed to trap over one million pieces of malware in such a short space of time is a remarkable achievement. But this number of threats only highlights the number of risks that Internet users take every time they go online. The loss of data on our devices can be both financially and emotionally draining."

Safa concluded: "The focus on malware has shifted from hackers breaking into a company network to prove to themselves that it could be done, to the more sinister criminal gangs that use unscrupulous methods to obtain personal information to commit identity fraud."

Safa continued: "This type of security measure is becoming more essential as the use of the Internet and social networking sites has become second nature to most people as a channel to communicate with friends and keep up to date with trends and current affairs."

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About DriveSentry Inc.

DriveSentry is a pioneer in software-based firewalls for hard drives that protect digital assets and personal data. The company was founded in 2005 with a mission to provide zero day protection against new and emerging security threats.

DriveSentry was recently commended for its innovative approach to IT security, after receiving a medal in the Information Security and Data Management Project Award category at the 2007 BCS IT Industry Awards.

DriveSentry is a privately held company with offices in Mountain View, California and Nottingham, England. Further information can be found at www.drivesentry.com.

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