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AV-Comparatives Unveils Results of Its 2023 Advanced Threat Protection Tests for market leading Enterprise and Consumer Cybersecurity Products

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 27, 2023

INNSBRUCK, Austria, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Advanced Threat Protection Test conducted by AV-Comparatives employs a diverse array of attack scenarios, challenging the tested security programs to thwart advanced threats. These threats encompass various techniques designed to evade detection by security software, including fileless attacks, code obfuscation, and the utilisation of legitimate operating system tools. The disguise of malicious code further complicates detection, while the exploitation of legitimate system programs for malicious purposes enables cybercriminals to operate discreetly, eluding security measures.

Key Points: 
  • INNSBRUCK, Austria, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Advanced Threat Protection Test conducted by AV-Comparatives employs a diverse array of attack scenarios, challenging the tested security programs to thwart advanced threats.
  • Within the Advanced Threat Protection Tests, AV-Comparatives integrates hacking and penetration techniques that simulate attackers gaining unauthorized access to internal computer systems.
  • Remarkably, all eight enterprise products listed above successfully blocked at least eight out of fifteen advanced attacks, earning them AV-Comparatives' coveted ATP Enterprise Certification.
  • The report of the 2023 Advanced Threat Protection Test reports can be downloaded free of charge from the institute's website: https://www.av-comparatives.org/testmethod/advanced-threat-protection-te...

AV-Comparatives Unveils Results of Its 2023 Advanced Threat Protection Tests for market leading Enterprise and Consumer Cybersecurity Products

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 27, 2023

INNSBRUCK, Austria, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Advanced Threat Protection Test conducted by AV-Comparatives employs a diverse array of attack scenarios, challenging the tested security programs to thwart advanced threats. These threats encompass various techniques designed to evade detection by security software, including fileless attacks, code obfuscation, and the utilisation of legitimate operating system tools. The disguise of malicious code further complicates detection, while the exploitation of legitimate system programs for malicious purposes enables cybercriminals to operate discreetly, eluding security measures.Within the Advanced Threat Protection Tests, AV-Comparatives integrates hacking and penetration techniques that simulate attackers gaining unauthorized access to internal computer systems. The testing protocols are based on a subset of the Tactics, Techniques, Procedures (TTP) outlined in the MITRE ATT&CK® framework. Additionally, the tests incorporate a false alarm assessment to ensure that security products do not inundate users with unnecessary alerts.In this comprehensive evaluation, seven consumer antivirus products and eight enterprise endpoint-security solutions for Windows underwent rigorous testing, focusing on their capabilities to defend against complex, targeted threats. All tested products, both for consumers and enterprises, were subjected to defend against 15 distinct and intricate targeted attacks.The tested enterprise endpoint security products included: Avast Ultimate Business Security, Bitdefender GravityZone Business Security Premium, CrowdStrike Falcon Pro, ESET PROTECT Entry with ESET PROTECT Cloud, G Data Endpoint Protection Business, Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business Select with KSC, VIPRE Endpoint Detection and Response, and VMware Carbon Black Cloud Endpoint Standard.Remarkably, all eight enterprise products listed above successfully blocked at least eight out of fifteen advanced attacks, earning them AV-Comparatives' coveted ATP Enterprise Certification.The consumer security programs tested included: Avast Free Antivirus, AVG Free Antivirus, Avira Prime, Bitdefender Internet Security, ESET Internet Security, G Data Total Security, and Kaspersky Standard.Among these, six products achieved either the "ADVANCED" or "ADVANCED+" rating.The report of the 2023 Advanced Threat Protection Test reports can be downloaded free of charge from the institute's website: https://www.av-comparatives.org/testmethod/advanced-threat-protection-te...

Key Points: 
  • INNSBRUCK, Austria, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Advanced Threat Protection Test conducted by AV-Comparatives employs a diverse array of attack scenarios, challenging the tested security programs to thwart advanced threats.
  • Within the Advanced Threat Protection Tests, AV-Comparatives integrates hacking and penetration techniques that simulate attackers gaining unauthorized access to internal computer systems.
  • Remarkably, all eight enterprise products listed above successfully blocked at least eight out of fifteen advanced attacks, earning them AV-Comparatives' coveted ATP Enterprise Certification.
  • The report of the 2023 Advanced Threat Protection Test reports can be downloaded free of charge from the institute's website: https://www.av-comparatives.org/testmethod/advanced-threat-protection-te...

AV-Comparatives Publishes Latest Enterprise and Consumer IT Security Test for Antivirus Software

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Monday, October 24, 2022

INNSBRUCK, Austria, Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --

Key Points: 
  • Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud with Advanced Security Pack; Avast Ultimate Business Security; Bitdefender GravityZone Elite; Cisco Secure Endpoint Essentials; CrowdStrike Falcon Pro; Cybereason Enterprise; Elastic Security; ESET PROTECT Entry with ESET PROTECT Cloud; G Data Endpoint Protection Business; K7 On-Premises Enterprise Security Advanced; Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business Select with KSC; Malwarebytes EDR; Microsoft Defender Antivirus with Microsoft Endpoint Manager; Sophos Intercept X Advanced; Trellix FireEye Endpoint Security; VIPRE Endpoint Protection Cloud; WatchGuard Endpoint Protection Plus on Aether.
  • "Ransomware and phishing are currently the biggest cyber security threats to enterprises.
  • This makes choosing the right endpoint protection software even more important."
  • The test results can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/business-security-test-august-sept...
    Avast Free Antivirus, AVG Free Antivirus, Avira Prime, Bitdefender Internet Security, ESET Internet Security, G Data Total Security, K7 Total Security, Kaspersky Internet Security, Malwarebytes Premium, McAfee Total Protection, Microsoft Defender Antivirus, NortonLifeLock Norton 360 Deluxe, Panda Free Antivirus, TotalAV Antivirus Pro, Total Defense Essential Antivirus, Trend Micro Internet Security and VIPRE Advanced Security.

AV-Comparatives Publishes Latest Enterprise and Consumer IT Security Test for Antivirus Software

Retrieved on: 
Monday, October 24, 2022

INNSBRUCK, Austria, Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --

Key Points: 
  • Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud with Advanced Security Pack; Avast Ultimate Business Security; Bitdefender GravityZone Elite; Cisco Secure Endpoint Essentials; CrowdStrike Falcon Pro; Cybereason Enterprise; Elastic Security; ESET PROTECT Entry with ESET PROTECT Cloud; G Data Endpoint Protection Business; K7 On-Premises Enterprise Security Advanced; Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business Select with KSC; Malwarebytes EDR; Microsoft Defender Antivirus with Microsoft Endpoint Manager; Sophos Intercept X Advanced; Trellix FireEye Endpoint Security; VIPRE Endpoint Protection Cloud; WatchGuard Endpoint Protection Plus on Aether.
  • "Ransomware and phishing are currently the biggest cyber security threats to enterprises.
  • This makes choosing the right endpoint protection software even more important."
  • The test results can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/business-security-test-august-sept...
    Avast Free Antivirus, AVG Free Antivirus, Avira Prime, Bitdefender Internet Security, ESET Internet Security, G Data Total Security, K7 Total Security, Kaspersky Internet Security, Malwarebytes Premium, McAfee Total Protection, Microsoft Defender Antivirus, NortonLifeLock Norton 360 Deluxe, Panda Free Antivirus, TotalAV Antivirus Pro, Total Defense Essential Antivirus, Trend Micro Internet Security and VIPRE Advanced Security.

Endpoint Protection / Anti-Virus Products Tested for Malware Protection

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Thursday, August 25, 2022

 AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CyberRatings.org, the non-profit entity dedicated to providing transparency on cybersecurity product efficacy, has published results of its Q2 2022 Endpoint Protection Comparative Test.

Key Points: 
  • Endpoint Protection / AV products were tested for how much and how quickly they block a malware attack.
  • Focused on endpoint products that feature anti-virus protection, the products tested were Avast Free Antivirus, AVG AntiVirus Free, ESET Internet Security, McAfee Total Protection, Norton 360, Microsoft Defender, Sophos Home Premium and Trend Micro Maximum Security.
  • With more businesses embracing remote work, a user's protection is likely limited to the web browser and their endpoint protection product.
  • The Comparative Test Reports provide metrics for products blocking malware over time, average time a product added protection and average time it took a product to add protection.

Avast One to Extend Home Network Protection and Online Safety Guidance Across Platforms

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Previously available on Windows and Android, Online Safety Score helps people take control of their online safety by providing a simple, easy to read score with regular feedback and tips on how to improve it further.

Key Points: 
  • Previously available on Windows and Android, Online Safety Score helps people take control of their online safety by providing a simple, easy to read score with regular feedback and tips on how to improve it further.
  • The update follows Avast One's recognition by AV-Test as a 'Top Product' in the industry, achieving full points in malware protection, performance and usability.
  • In this latest update, Avast has strengthened its cross-platform support further with Online Safety Score and Network Inspector which provide more guidance and user control over online safety for greater peace of mind no matter the device used.
  • With this in mind, Avast has enhanced the protection capabilities of Avast One across all platforms, to provide online citizens with greater control and confidence at a time of rising online scams, fraud, and other malicious activity.

AV-Comparatives Releases Performance Test Report Showing the Impact of Security Software on System Performance

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022

INNSBRUCK, Austria, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives, the independent ISO-certified security software evaluation lab, has released results for the April 2022 Performance Test, which evaluates the impact of anti-virus software on system performance. As anti-virus software programs run in the background and use system resources, AV-Comparatives helps users evaluate their anti-virus protection in terms of system speed and performance. This independent testing lab is dedicated to informing users about protection against cybercrime with its systematic testing of the market's most popular security software solutions. The company creates a real-world environment for accurate testing by utilizing common use case scenarios.

Key Points: 
  • INNSBRUCK, Austria, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives, the independent ISO-certified security software evaluation lab, has released results for the April 2022 Performance Test, which evaluates the impact of anti-virus software on system performance.
  • As anti-virus software programs run in the background and use system resources, AV-Comparatives helps users evaluate their anti-virus protection in terms of system speed and performance.
  • The Performance Test includes both "Antivirus" and "Internet Security" consumer products, both referred to as security products.
  • The performance tests were done on a clean Windows 10 21H2 64-Bit system (English) and then with the installed consumer security software (with default settings).

AV-Comparatives Releases Performance Test Report Showing the Impact of Security Software on System Performance

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 4, 2022

INNSBRUCK, Austria, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives, the independent ISO-certified security software evaluation lab, has released results for the April 2022 Performance Test, which evaluates the impact of anti-virus software on system performance. As anti-virus software programs run in the background and use system resources, AV-Comparatives helps users evaluate their anti-virus protection in terms of system speed and performance. This independent testing lab is dedicated to informing users about protection against cybercrime with its systematic testing of the market's most popular security software solutions. The company creates a real-world environment for accurate testing by utilizing common use case scenarios.

Key Points: 
  • INNSBRUCK, Austria, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives, the independent ISO-certified security software evaluation lab, has released results for the April 2022 Performance Test, which evaluates the impact of anti-virus software on system performance.
  • As anti-virus software programs run in the background and use system resources, AV-Comparatives helps users evaluate their anti-virus protection in terms of system speed and performance.
  • The Performance Test includes both "Antivirus" and "Internet Security" consumer products, both referred to as security products.
  • The performance tests were done on a clean Windows 10 21H2 64-Bit system (English) and then with the installed consumer security software (with default settings).

AV-Comparatives reveals top-performing consumer antivirus products in latest Malware Protection Test and Real-World Protection Test results

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022

The Malware Protection Test report can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/malware-protection-test-march-2022/

Key Points: 
  • The Malware Protection Test report can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/malware-protection-test-march-2022/
    The Real-World Protection Test report can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/real-world-protection-test-feb-mar...
    These tests examined the performance of leading antivirus solutions in order to assess their capabilities in conditions experienced every day by users around the world.
  • The interim results of this the Real-World Protection Test are based on a set of 362 live test cases (malicious URLs found in the field).
  • The test results showed that:
    Avira achieved perfect protection and a low rate of false positives.
  • This test examines a product's ability to prevent a malicious program from making any changes to the system.

AV-Comparatives reveals top-performing consumer antivirus products in latest Malware Protection Test and Real-World Protection Test results

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 3, 2022

The Malware Protection Test report can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/malware-protection-test-march-2022/

Key Points: 
  • The Malware Protection Test report can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/malware-protection-test-march-2022/
    The Real-World Protection Test report can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/real-world-protection-test-feb-mar...
    These tests examined the performance of leading antivirus solutions in order to assess their capabilities in conditions experienced every day by users around the world.
  • The interim results of this the Real-World Protection Test are based on a set of 362 live test cases (malicious URLs found in the field).
  • The test results showed that:
    Avira achieved perfect protection and a low rate of false positives.
  • This test examines a product's ability to prevent a malicious program from making any changes to the system.