Bitdefender Sits Alone Atop AV-Comparatives Business Security Test with 100% Protection Rate

As new and emerging cyber threats increase in scope and sophistication, it’s more important than ever to have consistent, reliable security. The recent AV-Comparatives Business Security Test tells a remarkable story: amid a competitive field of 17 vendors, Bitdefender stands alone with a 100% protection rate. This achievement is a continuation of our track record of rigorous security performance, reflecting a methodical approach that has become our hallmark. Read on to explore the approach behind this evaluation and how Bitdefender achieved these outstanding results.

A Comprehensive Security Benchmark

Among independent evaluators, AV-Comparatives stands out by the completeness of their tests. The Business Security Tests results are published bi-annually containing the consolidated results of three other tests: The Business Real-World Protection Test (August-November), Business Malware Protection Test (September), and the Business Performance Test (October).    

The Real-World Protection Test simulates sophisticated, targeted malware attacks that mirror the actual cybersecurity risks faced by businesses during routine online browsing. The Malware Protection Test, on the other hand evaluates scenarios where malware is already present within the system, having infiltrated through internal network pathways, connected peripheral devices, or local storage, independent of direct internet transmission. Both these tests also measure false-positives, to give a clear evaluation of which solution is more prone to cause alert-fatigue among security analysts.

Finally, the Performance Test meticulously evaluates each security product's computational overhead, measuring the extent to which it impacts system responsiveness and efficiency during routine computing tasks. A solution that overwhelms the system with its computational payload can significantly hinder productivity.

This type of thorough evaluation sets AV-Comparatives apart in this field and provides a great litmus test for organizations looking to adopt a new security solution.

The Test Criteria

The AV-Comparatives real-world protection test aims to thoroughly reproduce the steps needed for systems to become infected by malware in a typical business setting.   First AV-Comparatives performs the test on a Windows 10 64-bit machine unprotected by antivirus software to ensure the malicious payload meets the criteria of a modern attack. The consequent tests performed with antivirus software installed are enacted multiple times, each time ensuring the security solution is completely up to date on all signature and product updates. A variety of malicious URLs, and files are tested, and each solution is evaluated on how well it performs at preventing the system from being compromised. The stage at which the threat is detected isn’t important for this test, but AV-Comparatives has another test – the Advanced Threat Protection Test – that does evaluate the detection stage for the each vendor and is also worth reviewing separately.

In total, 483 tests are performed during the span from the beginning of August 2024 until the end of November 2024. The results are reviewed, and scores are tallied for every individual vendor. The evaluated product from Bitdefender was GravityZone Business Security Premium.

The Results Are In: Exceptional Protection

The rigorous testing yielded a definitive outcome: Bitdefender distinguished itself by achieving a singular, remarkable feat—delivering 100% protection across all evaluated systems and effectively preventing any system compromise throughout the rigorous assessment.

Figure 1: Bitdefender led all 17 evaluated products achieving 100% protection rate with few false alarms

Even more remarkably, GravityZone Business Security Premium was able to achieve perfect protection while keeping false-positives among the lowest of the evaluated vendors, and with minimal performance impact.

Uncompromised Security

Achieving zero compromised systems is a feat that should not be overlooked. Given the potential consequences of a security breach, a single compromised system represents far more than an isolated incident — it's a potential gateway to significant damage to an organization. A single breached endpoint can serve as a critical infiltration point, enabling threat actors to conduct lateral movement across network infrastructure. This means that one compromised system can provide attackers with privileged access credentials, sensitive data repositories, and potential pathways to mission-critical systems. The contamination can rapidly spread, transforming what initially appears to be a confined vulnerability into a nightmare for any organization.

The financial and reputational consequences of a security breach can be devastating. Beyond immediate remediation costs, a single compromised system can trigger regulatory non-compliance penalties, substantial data recovery expenses, potential legal liabilities, and long-term erosion of stakeholder trust. For many organizations, the downstream impact of a single security incident can exceed millions of dollars and require years to fully rehabilitate their operational and reputational standing.

Bitdefender is cognizant of the potential ramifications of a single compromised system, and as such, we dedicate our efforts to ensuring every system is protected. This dedication is reflected in the results of the AV-Comparatives Business Security test, where our ability to deliver 100% protection meant none of the test systems were compromised.

Figure 2: No compromised systems and only three false alarms reflect Bitdefender’s unwavering commitment to delivering resilience against cyber threats

Minimal Fatigue for Analysts and Systems Alike

Maintaining exceptional protection against modern cyberthreats is of the upmost importance, however, the security solution should not itself become a burden for organizations.

A low false-positive rate is essential in combating alert fatigue, a pervasive challenge that can severely compromise an organization’s defensive capabilities. By minimizing irrelevant alerts, organizations liberate their security teams to focus on genuine threats. This not only helps prevent cognitive overload but allows them to strategically allocate resources where most needed. Maintaining low false-positives not only enhances operational efficiency but also mitigates the risk of desensitization, ensuring that critical security indicators are not overlooked amid a sea of benign notifications. In the AV-Comparatives Business Security Test, Bitdefender was among the vendors with the lowest false-positives at only 3.

It is also critical that security solutions don’t hinder endpoint performance. Security systems with heavy resource consumption can hurt productivity for users and can become a drain on IT staff. At the same time, a solution that is exceptionally light, but does a poor job of stopping threats is useless. A fine balance must be found, and fortunately AV-Comparatives Business Security test includes visibility into system performance impact which can easily be evaluated against the solutions protection rate.

Figure 3: Bitdefender strikes a perfect balance between low performance impact with uncompromising security

Bitdefender was among the solutions with the lowest performance impact. By employing intelligent, lightweight machine-learning algorithms and optimized processing architectures, Bitdefender ensures exceptional protection without hindering system operation or user productivity.

Conclusion

The sheer volume and sophistication of cyberattacks has seen a significant rise in the last few years. In the ongoing battle against cybercrime AV-Comparatives Business Security tests demonstrate that Bitdefender’s solutions represent more than just a technological achievement—they embody a fundamental reimagining of enterprise defense. By delivering 100% protection with minimal system impact and near-zero false positives, we've demonstrated that comprehensive cybersecurity need not come at the cost of operational efficiency. This approach transcends traditional security paradigms, offering organizations a strategic advantage by providing perfect balance between exceptional security without compromising productivity. As cyber threats become more nuanced and persistent, our solution stands as a testament to the power of intelligent, precision-driven security—protecting critical assets without introducing friction, complexity, or performance degradation.