04.17.25

Total Defense Awarded Advanced Plus Rating in Malware Protection by AV-Comparatives

Total Defense, a leading provider of internet security solutions, is proud to announce that it has received the prestigious Advanced Plus rating from AV-Comparatives for its malware protection in March 2025. This award underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier security solutions to our customers.

Independent test lab AV-Comparatives recently published results from their security products Malware Protection test of 19 leading cybersecurity brands. Total Defense Essential Anti-Virus was tested and received the highest Advanced+ AV-Comparatives awards.  

The AV-Comparatives Malware Protection Test is a rigorous test that evaluates the ability of antivirus software to protect users from malware attacks. The test includes a variety of real-world scenarios, such as downloading infected files from the internet and opening malicious email attachments.

Total Defense achieved an outstanding performance in the AV-Comparatives Malware Protection Test, successfully blocking 99.98% of all malware samples. This remarkable accomplishment underscores Total Defense’s exceptional ability to safeguard users against even the most sophisticated malware threats.

“We are delighted to receive the Advanced Plus rating from AV-Comparatives, affirming our unwavering dedication to providing exceptional malware protection,” said Larry Guerin, VP at Total Defense.

The Advanced Plus rating from AV-Comparatives is a significant recognition for Total Defense. It demonstrates Total Defense’s commitment to providing its customers with the best possible protection against malware, and it further solidifies Total Defense’s position as a leading provider of internet security software.

Learn more about how AV-Comparatives conducts their independent studies and see all the Malware Test Results.
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About Total Defense  

Total Defense is a leading provider of internet security software. Total Defense’s products protect users from malware, phishing, and other online threats. Total Defense is committed to providing its customers with the best possible protection against malware, and it offers a variety of products and services to meet the needs of all users. Total Defense™ an OpenText™ company.

About AV-Comparatives  

AV-Comparatives is an independent organization offering systematic testing that checks whether security software, such as PC/Mac-based antivirus products and mobile security solutions, lives up to its promises. Using one of the largest sample collections worldwide, it creates a real-world environment for truly accurate testing. AV-Comparatives offers freely accessible results to individuals, news organizations and scientific institutions. Certification by AV-Comparatives provides an official seal of approval for software performance, which is globally recognized. Visit: https://www.av-comparatives.org/consumer/