AV-Comparatives has released the results of its 2025 Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) Test, once again providing enterprises with transparent insights into the capabilities of leading EPR solutions.

Read the full report (PDF) here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EPR_Comparative_2025.pdf

AV-Comparatives Announces Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) Test 2025 Results

AV-Comparatives is pleased to announce the publication of the 2025 Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) Test. This annual assessment is one of the most demanding industry evaluations, designed to measure how well enterprise-grade security products prevent, detect, and respond to sophisticated cyber threats.

This year’s test featured 50 targeted attack scenarios inspired by Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) techniques and mapped to the MITRE ATT&CK® framework. Products were tested not only for their prevention and response effectiveness, but also in relation to operational factors, accuracy costs, and the potential financial impact of breaches.

Certified EPR Solutions in 2025

The following vendors achieved EPR Certification 2025, demonstrating their ability to prevent, detect, and respond effectively to complex cyberattacks:

• Bitdefender
• Check Point
• CrowdStrike
• Elastic
• ESET
• Fortinet
• G Data
• Kaspersky
• Palo Alto Networks
• VIPRE

Certification confirms that these products met AV-Comparatives’ stringent requirements, balancing strong prevention and response capabilities with manageable operational and accuracy costs. Two vendors were not able to reach the certification requirements.

“Enterprises need security solutions that deliver strong prevention while also enabling effective response to complex threats. With our EPR Test, we combine technical effectiveness with operational and financial considerations, giving organizations a clear view of which products are ready to meet today’s real-world challenges. The vendors certified in 2025 have proven their ability to protect enterprises at the highest level.“, says Andreas Clementi, CEO and co-founder of AV-Comparatives.

Why EPR Matters

Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, targeting enterprises for espionage, sabotage, or financial gain. Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) solutions are designed to provide visibility and control when a breach attempt occurs, ensuring organizations can both block attacks and respond effectively if intruders manage to bypass initial defenses.

Realistic and Transparent Testing

The AV-Comparatives EPR Test stands out for its realism and transparency. By using advanced scenarios that mimic actual adversary behavior, the test ensures results are directly relevant to enterprise security operations. Vendors are not informed in advance, making the evaluation authentic and unbiased.

Alongside detection and response outcomes, the test also factors in total cost of ownership (TCO) and the potential financial consequences of a breach. This holistic approach helps enterprises understand not just how well a product performs technically, but also how it impacts cost-efficiency and risk management.

Supporting Enterprise Decisions

The EPR Test continues to provide organizations with actionable insights when selecting security solutions. Certified products have proven their ability to deliver protection and response at a high level, helping enterprises strengthen resilience in today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape.

For full details, methodology, and individual product results, read the complete report here.