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AV-Comparatives Releases New Security Test Results

On October 21, 2025, AV-Comparatives, a globally recognized authority in independent cybersecurity evaluations, published the latest results of its extensive security tests tailored for both enterprise and consumer markets. The findings are crucial for businesses and individual users looking to make informed decisions based on scientifically grounded assessments.

Importance of Independent Evaluations

In today's digital landscape, selecting the right cybersecurity solution is paramount, whether you are a corporate leader or an individual user. The independent tests by AV-Comparatives provide transparent insights that extend beyond mere marketing claims. According to Andreas Clementi, CEO and co-founder of AV-Comparatives, the firm’s business tests offer valuable practical insights that help CISOs choose trusted solutions. Similarly, their consumer tests identify antivirus products that strike the right balance between robust protection and daily usability.

Enterprise Security Test Results (August-September 2025)

The enterprise test series measured endpoint protection platforms under realistic attack conditions, employing both a real-world protection test and a malware protection test conducted on Windows 11 Pro systems. Notable participants included:

• - Avast (Ultimate Business Security)
• - Bitdefender (GravityZone Business Security Premium)
• - Cisco (Secure Endpoint Essentials)
• - CrowdStrike (Falcon Pro)
• - Kaspersky (Business Endpoint Security)
• - Microsoft (Defender Antivirus via Endpoint Manager)

These tests deliver essential guidance for IT teams and CISOs in assessing enterprise-level security measures that align with practical expectations.

Consumer Security Test Results (September 2025)

The consumer test series focused on four key aspects:

• - Real-world protection
• - Malware protection, including false positives
• - Performance impact

Conducted on Windows 11 systems using live threats, these tests provided a comprehensive evaluation of the strength, speed, and accuracy of various security products, which included:

• - Avast (Free Antivirus)
• - Bitdefender (Total Security)
• - Kaspersky (Premium)
• - Norton (Antivirus Plus)
• - McAfee (Total Protection)

These assessments help consumers and OEMs select products that offer a high level of security while ensuring system performance and user-friendliness.

Upcoming CARO Workshop 2026

AV-Comparatives also announced the upcoming CARO Workshop 2026, scheduled from February 25-27, 2026, following the AV-Comparatives Cybersecurity Summit in Innsbruck, Austria. The theme for the workshop is "Cybercrime Without Borders: Spotlight on the Global Underground Scene." This event will gather cybersecurity researchers and analysts for insightful talks, expert discussions, and unique networking opportunities, including a gathering in the Austrian Alps and a live music jam night. Registration is open now, capped at 120 participants, and further details can be found at www.caro2026.org.

Overall, the findings and future events organized by AV-Comparatives underscore the vital nature of scientific assessments in the realm of cybersecurity, benefiting both businesses and individual consumers alike. As cyber threats continue to evolve, having access to credible, independent evaluations becomes more essential than ever.