F-Secure announced the launch of its latest mobile product, F-Secure Mobile Security. In addition to the features found in previous versions of F-Secure Mobile Anti-Virus, the F-Secure Mobile Security for S60 3rd edition now integrates a firewall to guard against mobile malware threats and intrusion attempts.

The addition of a firewall represents an important step forward for the level of protection available for mobile devices, that now have Wi-Fi connectivity and can easily access the Internet. The firewall featured in the new F-Secure Mobile Security solution has predefined firewall profiles for controlling both incoming and outgoing traffic, providing easy and automatic protection.

"We are delighted to continue our work in the vanguard of creating a secure environment for smartphone users. The actions of smartphone operating system vendors such as Symbian have increased the general security level in smartphones against mobile viruses. These actions are a good start but do not provide an answer to threats such as public network intrusions. Our product development for mobile security continues apace and introducing a firewall to the product is a logical step that finds its analogy in F-Secure's PC products. The added firewall feature is important as most new smartphones have access to wireless public networks available for example at airports and other public places. People should realize that smartphones too can also be attacked through a Wi-Fi connection and not only by mobile viruses," said Kimmo Alkio, President and CEO of F-Secure.

F-Secure Mobile Security can be purchased for €34, 95. A 30-day trial of F-Secure Mobile Security for S60 3rd edition can be downloaded here. A version for S80 phones is also available for download.