AV-Comparatives Reveals 2024 Cybersecurity Test Results in Innsbruck

Innsbruck, Austria, on September 30, 2024, AV-Comparatives released its 2024 Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) Comparative Report, evaluating the performance of various cybersecurity solutions. The report assessed products from notable companies such as Bitdefender, Check Point, CrowdStrike, ESET, Kaspersky, Palo Alto Networks, and VIPRE, focusing on their ability to detect, prevent, and respond to advanced cyber threats. The evaluation spanned several months, from June to August 2024, and included rigorous testing against complex attack vectors, including PowerShell Empire and Metasploit Framework. The report highlighted the effectiveness of each solution in countering multi-stage attacks that target an organization’s infrastructure. Check Point was recognized for its comprehensive threat prevention capabilities, while CrowdStrike demonstrated strong detection and response performance. Kaspersky and Palo Alto Networks also showcased their robust protection tools and proactive threat detection capabilities, respectively. The evaluations underscored the importance of having reliable cybersecurity solutions as cyberattacks become increasingly sophisticated. AV-Comparatives emphasized that organizations must rely on solutions that not only prevent attacks but also provide rapid response capabilities. The findings serve as a benchmark for IT professionals and cybersecurity analysts in selecting effective cybersecurity solutions. The report's release coincides with AV-Comparatives' participation in the Virus Bulletin Conference 2024 in Dublin, where they will present the full findings and engage with cybersecurity professionals. This comprehensive evaluation reflects the ongoing evolution of cybersecurity products in response to the growing complexity of attack tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), ultimately aiming to enhance overall incident response and reduce breach risks for organizations.