The Austrian antivirus testing lab AV-Comparatives has released its annual Summary Report highlighting the results for consumer security test for the year 2025 (PDF available here). This report contains awards recognizing individual programs in various categories. Additionally a user-interface review for each tested products is included.
Consumer Summary Report 2025
Business Security Test August-November 2025
The second half-year report for AV-Comparatives’ 2025 Enterprise Main-Test Series, which includes Real-World Protection, Malware Protection, and Performance Tests, is now available. You can find detailed product reviews and the full report here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/business-security-test-2025-august-november/
Why Transparent, Comparable, and Reliable Security Testing Matters
As cyberattacks continue to challenge even the most resilient organisations, the need for clear, trustworthy, and openly documented security testing has never been more critical. AV-Comparatives, renowned for its independent and methodology-driven evaluations, reaffirms this importance by spotlighting the findings of its 2025 Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) Test and EDR Detection Validation Test.
AV‑Comparatives Triumphs at “Tiroler Innovationspreis 2025”
The independent cybersecurity testing authority AV‑Comparatives has been awarded the top honor in the “Technical Innovation” category at the 2025 “Tiroler Innovationspreis” (Tyrolean innovation award), underlining its role in advancing digital security within Europe.
Independent Study Highlights Transparency and Data Practices in Leading Cybersecurity Products
The Tyrol Chamber of Commerce (WKO), in collaboration with MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® and AV-Comparatives, has released the Transparency Review and Accountability in Cyber Security (TRACS) 2025, a comprehensive independent study examining how major cybersecurity vendors disclose data practices, implement compliance measures, and communicate transparency to their customers. The report aims to support enterprises, public institutions, and SMEs in making informed, evidence-based decisions when selecting cybersecurity solutions.
The study evaluates 14 widely used enterprise cybersecurity products. It combines a legal review of agreements and publicly available vendor information with a technical assessment of network traffic generated by installed security solutions.
NGFW Egress C2 Test 2025: Assessing the Effectiveness of Outgoing Network Traffic Prevention and Detection Capabilities
In November 2025, AV-Comparatives conducted an NGFW Egress C2 Test to evaluate the effectiveness of NGFW products in detecting and preventing malicious traffic. Certification reports are published only for vendors who achieved the certification (i.e. where malicious traffic was blocked). Non-certified vendors received feedback in order to improve their product.
Join Our Annual Cybersecurity Survey – Shape the Future with AV-Comparatives
For many years, AV-Comparatives has conducted its annual security survey to better understand the needs and expectations of the global cybersecurity community. This tradition allows us to stay aligned with what matters most to you – whether you are an IT professional, a security enthusiast, or simply someone who cares about digital safety.
By participating in this year’s survey, you help us:
- Gain insights into the current state of cybersecurity worldwide
- Adapt our testing and reporting to serve your interests more effectively
- Continue building resources that reflect real-world challenges and priorities
Your voice matters! The survey takes only a few minutes, and your feedback will directly influence how we shape our work going forward.
Take the survey now: https://avcsecuritysurvey.limesurvey.net/789555
Thank you for being part of this important conversation. Together, we can make cybersecurity stronger and more relevant for everyone.
Consumer Real-World Protection Test July-October 2025
AV-Comparatives has released the latest results of the 2025 Consumer Real-World Protection Test, covering the period from July to October. This publication continues our mission to help users understand how well consumer security products protect against the threats they face online every day.
https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/real-world-protection-test-july-october-2025
Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) Test 2025
AV-Comparatives has released the results of its 2025 Advanced Threat Protection Test. Eight consumer antivirus products and six enterprise endpoint-security programs for Windows were put through their paces.
Fake-Shops Detection Test 2025
AV-Comparatives has conducted a new comprehensive evaluation of cybersecurity solutions to assess their effectiveness in detecting fake webshops, a growing threat in online commerce. An overview of the certified products can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/news/fake-shops-detection-certification-2025/