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McAfee and Telstra partner to bring privacy, identity and security solutions to customers across Australia

McAfee Corp., a global leader in online protection, today announces a multi-year partnership with Telstra, the Australian telecommunications and technology leader, to provide comprehensive protection aimed at safeguarding the privacy and identity of individuals. on all of their activities, devices and locations. The partnership will provide existing and future Telstra customers with convenient access to McAfee’s security solutions to provide holistic security and privacy protection through its integrated suite of services, including antivirus, parental controls, identity protection and secure VPN to protect and secure multiple devices, including mobiles, computers and laptops.

“In a recent McAfee study, 27% of Australians surveyed reported an account theft attempt and 23% experienced financial account information leaks,” said Pedro Gutierrez, senior vice president, sales and global operations, McAfee. “As life online intensifies, we are delighted to be partnering with Telstra, which demonstrates a commitment to innovation and its customers by investing in new infrastructure and technologies to protect its mobile and broadband subscribers. »

McAfee’s Integrated Home Security Platform offers a wide range of mobile security solutions to protect customer privacy and identity, while blocking attacks from viruses, malware, spyware, and ransomware. This partnership enables Telstra customers to leverage these capabilities and protect against additional threats, including potential hacks, identity theft and disparities in online and mobile security to enable them to scale online with confidence.

“In today’s increasingly connected world, the risk of cyberattacks continues to escalate. To thwart these threats, Telstra is committed to providing its customers with the privacy and security features required to protect themselves online,” said Matthew O’Brien, Chief Cybersecurity Officer and Group Owner, Telstra. “This partnership with McAfee supports our mission to build a safe and secure future in which everyone can thrive, and Telstra’s T25 ambition to solidify its position as a network leader, while driving greater value for its customers. »

In order to activate Device Security, Telstra customers need only go to the store, online or on their MyTelstra app. The range of supported McAfee features includes antivirus/system scanner, safe browsing, protection center, password manager, parental controls, protection score and secure VPN. All eligible Telstra customers can trial Device Security for three months on Telstra, before an automatic subscription of $10 per month.

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McAfee Corp. is a global leader in online protection. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee solutions adapt to the needs of users in an ever-online world, empowering them to live safer with built-in, intuitive features that protect their families and communities, with protection adapted to each situation. To learn more, please see https://www.mcafee.com.

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