Bwtech@umbc'sLight Point Security wants to protect you online, and now they're using over 40 different anti-malware engines to do so.
The Catonsville cyber company, already known for guarding its customers against malicious websites, recentlyadded an extra level of security for users. The company'sproduct Light Point Web – a browser plugin offering safer web surfing– now integrates OPSWAT's malware protection device, Metascan. With Metascan, every file is scanned by more than 40 enginesbefore downloadingmaking your odds for malicious downloads less likely than ever.
"OPSWAT is a great company with a great product and team. It's been a pleasure working with them," said Zuly Gonzalez, Co-Founder and CEO of Light Point Security. "We are thrilled to be able to provide our customers with this additional layer of malware protection."
Mike Spykerman, Vice President of Product Management at OPSWAT said, "Metascan's fast multi-scanning technology results in significantly higher malware detection rates and provides Light Point Web users with optimal threat detection."
Light Point Security is the perfect example of one local company claiming itsspot in Maryland's technology sector. In just the past few years, the company has been:
Awarded $105,000 through the Baltimore County Boost Fund Program,
Selected as 2014's Emerging Tech Company of the Year,
Named as a finalist for the 2014 Maryland Incubator of the Year Awards,
And, named as one of three cybersecurity finalists in the 2014 InvestMaryland Challenge.
Learn more about Light Point Security here.
