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Panda Security Partners with Brazilian Army to Combat Cyberterrorism
Nov 01, 2010
In an effort to combat cyberterrorism in Brazil, Panda Security has signed an agreement to support the training of the Brazilian Army's operational agents. These agents are engaged in the battle against internet-based crime and strategic intervention for cyber warfare. Panda Security will also provide endpoint protection for 37,500 computers belonging to the Army's Military Commands. This protection aims to counter malware, targeted attacks, and web threats. Panda's anti-malware lab, PandaLabs, will collaborate with the Army's Cyber-Warfare Communication Center to train individuals involved in the scientific and forensic investigation of cybercrime. The partnership will include the exchange of malware samples, with Panda providing rapid response and classification of malicious codes impacting Brazil. Brig. Gen. Antonino dos Santos Guerra Neto stated that Brazil has approximately 60,000 computers, experiencing an average of 100 probes daily across its 12 IT c...
