The latest February–March 2026 results for our ongoing Consumer Real-World Protection Test are now available. The full report will be published in June 2026. As part of our continuous evaluation of consumer cybersecurity solutions, AV-Comparatives is pleased to release this interim factsheet. It provides an early look at how leading antivirus products are performing against current, real-world threats.
Consumer Real-World Protection Test Factsheet Feb-Mar 2026
Consumer Malware Protection Test March 2026
AV-Comparatives is pleased to present the results of the March 2026 Malware Protection Test for consumer security solutions. As part of our ongoing Consumer Main-Test Series, this evaluation examines how effectively leading anti-malware products protect users from today’s rapidly evolving threats.
APT Detection Coverage Test 2026
Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) are often associated with large enterprises, critical infrastructure, and high-value corporate targets. However, the reality is broader. Private individuals, such as (but not limited to) investigative journalists, activists, or even spouses in abusive relationships, can also become entry points or direct victims of sophisticated, long-term attacks.
AV-Comparatives Security Summit and Award Ceremony 2026
The AV-Comparatives Cybersecurity Summit 2026 concluded as a resounding success, bringing together leading cybersecurity vendors, analysts, researchers, and enterprise experts for two days of high-level dialogue and celebration. The event once again demonstrated the strength of industry collaboration in addressing today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape.
AV-Comparatives Awards 2025
AV-Comparatives is happy to announce the awards for the vendors of cyber security software in 2026. These awards highlight the achievements of the participants in protecting users from the ever evolving cyber threat landscape.