AV-Comparatives performs targeted offensive security tests, offering vendors the opportunity to pursue certification in specific areas. In this year’s assessment, one focus was “Credential Dumping” (LSASS Protection). Certification reports are exclusively issued for vendors who successfully meet our stringent criteria. Tested vendors received detailed technical data and feedback to enhance their products’ resilience against potential attacks.

https://www.av-comparatives.org/news/lsass-credential-dumping-certification-test/

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AV-Comparatives is pleased to announce the renewal of its ISO 9001:2015 certification for the independent testing of anti-virus software. TÜV Austria has reaffirmed AV-Comparatives’ commitment to provide “Independent Tests of Anti-Virus Software” by extending the certification, validating the organization’s dedication to delivering high-quality evaluations in the field of IT security.

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AV-Comparatives’ Security Summit and Award Ceremony 2024 recognised paramount cybersecurity solutions for enterprises and consumers.

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Austrian antivirus testing lab AV-Comparatives has released its annual Summary Report for consumer security products (PDF available here). This includes results of all the individual Windows tests carried out during 2023, a user-interface review for all 16 tested products, and awards given to individual programs in various categories.

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In response to the ever-evolving digital landscape, we’re excited to introduce the “IT Security Products Overview.” This compilation features 50 respected vendors, offering a practical guide for those looking to make informed decisions in the realm of cybersecurity. https://www.av-comparatives.org/security-products-overview/

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As in previous years, we will be running certification tests for the following products:

• Anti-malware programs for macOS
• Anti-malware apps for Android
• Phishing protection for Windows and other platforms
• Parental control features for Windows and other platforms
• VPN programs for Android and Windows

We also offer comprehensive security assessments exclusively for enterprise products, covering enterprise security tests, EPR/XDR tests, and penetration/red-teaming evaluations.

Security vendors interested in participating in any of the aforementioned tests or seeking more details are invited to contact us by 31^st of March 2024.

The second half-year report of AV-Comparatives’ 2023 Enterprise Main-Test Series, covering Real-World Protection, Malware Protection and Performance Tests, has been released. Product reviews are also included in the report, which can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/business-security-test-2023-august-november

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In June 2023, AV-Comparatives conducted an NGFW Egress C2 Test to evaluate the effectiveness of NGFW products in detecting and preventing malicious traffic. In targeted attacks, one of the goals of APT groups is to establish control over a compromised system by opening a command-and-control channel (C2) to the command-and-control server operated by the attacker. If the attacker has already gained access to the system via a trusted relationship, or has delivered malware using phishing or USB drives, they can use C2 malware to open the C2 channel.

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The first half-year report of AV-Comparatives’ 2023 Enterprise main-test series containing a Real-World Protection, Malware Protection and Performance Test has been released. Product reviews are also included in the report, which can be found here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/business-security-test-2023-march-june

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AV-Comparatives’ latest Mobile Security Report 2023 is now available. Nine security products for Android have been thoroughly tested and reviewed. https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/mobile-security-review-2023/

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