Kaspersky Lab, a well-known developer of software to combat computer viruses and other malicious software (malware), is to provide network security and business software provider Corero Network Security information on dodgy software.
Kaspersky Lab will provide known malware signatures - means of identifying potentially harmful software - for inclusion in Corero's Intrusion Prevention Solution (IPS), a souped-up firewall product designed to stop corporate networks from being hacked or infected.
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"Kaspersky Lab's frequent updates and extensive malware signature library will further enable Corero to provide even stronger threat protection and fast response to its IPS customers," a statement from Corero said.
The share price of Corero rose 2.22% to 46p by 10:21.
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