Symantec's Norton Core Security Device Available for Purchase

Symantec’s Norton Core security product is available for purchase at Norton.com, Best Buy and Amazon, said the company Thursday. The $279 device, introduced at CES, had been on preorder since May (see 1705150035). Symantec is one of several cybersecurity companies targeting residential customers’ connected devices. A 2016 Symantec report identified security vulnerabilities in 50 connected home devices. As the IoT industry continues to evolve and connected devices become more common, it’s “vital that consumers have a way to protect their family’s connected devices from new and sophisticated attacks,” said General Manager Francis Rosch. Features include network level protection through deep packet inspection, data encryption protection for routers, parental controls, security analysis, bandwidth optimization and guest access, said the company. The dome-shaped device is available in gold or gray finishes, and subscription cost after the first year is $9.99 per month.