Intego, the Macintosh security specialist, today announced the
release of VirusBarrier X5 10.5.3, an update to its acclaimed
antivirus software that Macworld calls “the gold standard”. This new
version adds the ability to scan the iPhone and iPod touch for
malware. VirusBarrier X5 is the only antivirus software that can
eradicate malware from the iPhone and iPod touch.

Austin, TX – Not only Macs are at risk from malware; now that users
can install applications on the iPhone and iPod touch, these devices
are open to attack as well. Intego, the Macintosh security
specialist, today announced the release of VirusBarrier X5 10.5.3, an
update to its acclaimed antivirus software that Macworld calls “the
gold standard”. This new version adds the ability to scan the iPhone
and iPod touch for malware. VirusBarrier X5 is the only antivirus
software that can eradicate malware from the iPhone and iPod touch.

Now that Apple has made it possible for users to add applications to
the iPhone and iPod touch, there is a risk of installing applications
that can harm these devices, or take control of them. And users
“jailbreaking” (unlocking) an iPhone or iPod touch can install even
more applications, increasing this risk. There are a number of
security vulnerabilities that make these devices susceptible to
attack; exploits for these vulnerabilities can be found easily, and
future exploits are certain to be discovered.

VirusBarrier X5 now offers the ability to scan files and applications
on the iPhone and iPod touch in search of malware or files that
indicate that exploits have compromised the devices. Users connect an
iPhone or iPod touch to their Mac, then choose the device and scan it
with VirusBarrier X5.

When scanning an iPhone or iPod touch, VirusBarrier X5 copies all the
files contained on the device to the user’s startup volume in order
to verify their security. If any malware or infected files are found,
VirusBarrier X5 alerts the user and offers to repair or delete the
infected files.

“With the release of the iPhone 2.0 software, and the ability to add
applications, users are facing new vectors of attack,” said Laurent
Marteau, Intego’s CEO. “It is essential that we not only protect Mac
users from malware, but also protect their iPhone and iPod touch at
the same time.”

Pricing and Availability:
VirusBarrier X5 10.5.3 is available now. This version is a free
upgrade for all users of VirusBarrier X5, and is available for
download via NetUpdate, Intego’s automatic update tool.

Intego: http://www.intego.com
VirusBarrier X5 10.5.3: http://www.intego.com/virusbarrier/