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Cyber experts urge parental controls as teen online risks rise
Physical Security

Cyber experts urge parental controls as teen online risks rise

Norton highlights the rising digital risks teens face, urging parents to use controls and communication for safer online experiences amid Netflix's Adolescence series.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Kaspersky tops 2024 security tests with record 97% TOP3 rate
DevOps

Kaspersky tops 2024 security tests with record 97% TOP3 rate

Kaspersky topped 91 of 95 independent cybersecurity tests in 2024, with a 97% TOP3 finish rate, marking 12 years as industry leader globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
CrowdStrike wins third AAA Award for ransomware defence
Malware

CrowdStrike wins third AAA Award for ransomware defence

CrowdStrike's Falcon platform has triumphed in the 2024 SE Labs Ransomware Test, securing a third consecutive AAA Award for its exceptional security performance.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Kaspersky achieves 100% scorecard in SE Labs tests for 2024
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kaspersky achieves 100% scorecard in SE Labs tests for 2024

Kaspersky has achieved a groundbreaking 100% Total Accuracy Rating in SE Labs' 2024 cybersecurity tests, maintaining consistent excellence across all product ranges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Jan 2025
NetApp enhances cyber resiliency with AI-driven ransomware tools
Storage

NetApp enhances cyber resiliency with AI-driven ransomware tools

NetApp strengthens cybersecurity with AI-driven ransomware protection, validated by SE Labs. Enhancements include autonomous snapshots and updated BlueXP for robust data defence.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
NetApp ARP/AI achieves AAA rating from SE Labs for ransomware detection
Artificial Intelligence

NetApp ARP/AI achieves AAA rating from SE Labs for ransomware detection

NetApp's ONTAP ARP with AI earns AAA rating from SE Labs, achieving a 99% recall for ransomware detection and zero false positives in rigorous testing.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
NetApp launches AI-driven ransomware protection for businesses
Data Protection

NetApp launches AI-driven ransomware protection for businesses

NetApp rolls out AI-driven ransomware protection, boasting 99% detection and zero false positives, as ransomware attacks spike by 32%.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Kaspersky products ace SE Labs testing with flawless defence
Malware

Kaspersky products ace SE Labs testing with flawless defence

Kaspersky's anti-malware tools excel in independent tests by SE Labs, achieving the highest possible rating for their flawless defensive and full effectiveness against real-world cyberattacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2024
Kaspersky achieves AAA expert rating for EDR products
DevOps

Kaspersky achieves AAA expert rating for EDR products

Independent security testing organisation SE Labs has awarded Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Expert a 'AAA' rating.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Aug 2022
Sophos achieves perfect scores in SE Labs protection tests
Malware

Sophos achieves perfect scores in SE Labs protection tests

Sophos' endpoint products have been ranked top in protection and false-positive tests for enterprise, small businesses, and consumers.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2022
ESET receives three AAA ratings in anti-malware protection tests
Malware

ESET receives three AAA ratings in anti-malware protection tests

ESET has walked away with three of what it calls the 'highest accolades' in the SE Labs Anti-Malware Protection Tests.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Feb 2017
ESET leading the way in anti-malware, report finds
Malware

ESET leading the way in anti-malware, report finds

ESET achieves a flawless victory in SE Labs anti-malware test, scoring a rare 100% in all categories for its Smart Security 9.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016

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