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INNSBRUCK, Austria, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives, the independent antivirus testing lab, is pleased to announce the publication of its annual Summary Report for 2024. This comprehensive report evaluates 16 leading consumer security products for Windows, assessing their performance across multiple rigorous tests conducted throughout the year.
Access the full report here: Summary Report 2024
Tested Products
The 2024 evaluation encompassed the following security solutions:
- Avast Free Antivirus
- AVG Internet Security
- Avira Free Antivirus
- Bitdefender Total Security
- ESET HOME Security Essential
- F-Secure Internet Security
- G DATA Total Security
- Kaspersky Standard
- McAfee Total Protection
- Microsoft Defender
- Norton Antivirus Plus
- Panda Free Antivirus
- Quick Heal Internet Security
- Total Defense Essential Anti-Virus
- TotalAV Antivirus Pro
- Trend Micro Internet Security
Key Highlights
In 2024, AV-Comparatives conducted a series of comprehensive tests to assess each product's ability to:
- Protect against real-world internet threats.
- Detect and recent malicious programs.
- Defend against advanced targeted attacks.
- Operate efficiently without compromising system performance.
Outstanding Performances
While all evaluated products met acceptable standards, several distinguished themselves with exceptional performance:
- ESET HOME Security Essential: Awarded Product of the Year 2024, ESET achieved the highest "Advanced+" rating in all seven tests, underscoring its superior protection capabilities.
- Avast Free Antivirus: Recognized as a Top-Rated Product, Avast earned "Advanced+" in six out of seven tests and "Advanced" in one, securing the Gold Award in the Real-World Protection Test.
- AVG Internet Security: Also a Top-Rated Product, AVG mirrored Avast's achievements with "Advanced+" in six tests and "Advanced" in one, sharing the Gold Award in the Real-World Protection Test.
- Bitdefender Total Security: As a Top-Rated Product, Bitdefender garnered "Advanced+" in six tests and "Advanced" in one, earning the Gold Award in the Malware Protection Test.
- Kaspersky Standard: Honored as a Top-Rated Product, Kaspersky achieved "Advanced+" in six tests and "Advanced" in one, receiving the Gold Award in the False-Positives Test.
Additional Recognitions
The following products also demonstrated very commendable performance:
- Avira Free Antivirus: Secured the Gold Award in the Real-World Protection Test, highlighting its robust defense against internet-borne threats.
- McAfee Total Protection: Earned the Gold Award in the Performance Test, reflecting minimal impact on system performance.
- G DATA Total Security: Received the Silver Award in the Malware Protection Test, showcasing effective malware detection capabilities.
Areas for Improvement
While the majority of products excelled, Trend Micro Internet Security and Quick Heal Internet Security exhibited areas needing enhancement to align with industry leaders. AV-Comparatives encourages these vendors to analyse the detailed findings to bolster their products' effectiveness in future evaluations.
Comprehensive User-Interface Review
The Summary Report also includes an in-depth user-interface review of all tested products, providing insights into usability aspects such as installation processes, security alerts, scan options, quarantine management, and access controls.
Cybersecurity and Endpoint Protection for Enterprises and Corporate Users
The latest test results for leading business security solutions, including Avast, Bitdefender, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Elastic, ESET, G Data, K7, Kaspersky, Microsoft, NetSecurity, Rapid7, SenseOn, Sophos, Trellix, VIPRE, and VMware, are now available on AV-Comparatives' website.
Commitment to Transparency and Excellence
AV-Comparatives remains dedicated to delivering transparent, comprehensive, and scientifically rigorous cybersecurity assessments. By providing unbiased evaluations, we aim to empower consumers and businesses to make informed decisions about their digital security solutions.
For a detailed analysis and the full 2024 Summary Report, please visit:
Access the full report here: Summary Report 2024
Media contact: media@av-comparatives.org, +43512287788
INNSBRUCK, Austria, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives, the independent antivirus testing lab, is pleased to announce the publication of its annual Summary Report for 2024. This comprehensive report evaluates 16 leading consumer security products for Windows, assessing their performance across multiple rigorous tests conducted throughout the year.
Access the full report here: Summary Report 2024
Tested Products
The 2024 evaluation encompassed the following security solutions:
- Avast Free Antivirus
- AVG Internet Security
- Avira Free Antivirus
- Bitdefender Total Security
- ESET HOME Security Essential
- F-Secure Internet Security
- G DATA Total Security
- Kaspersky Standard
- McAfee Total Protection
- Microsoft Defender
- Norton Antivirus Plus
- Panda Free Antivirus
- Quick Heal Internet Security
- Total Defense Essential Anti-Virus
- TotalAV Antivirus Pro
- Trend Micro Internet Security
Key Highlights
In 2024, AV-Comparatives conducted a series of comprehensive tests to assess each product's ability to:
- Protect against real-world internet threats.
- Detect and recent malicious programs.
- Defend against advanced targeted attacks.
- Operate efficiently without compromising system performance.
Outstanding Performances
While all evaluated products met acceptable standards, several distinguished themselves with exceptional performance:
- ESET HOME Security Essential: Awarded Product of the Year 2024, ESET achieved the highest "Advanced+" rating in all seven tests, underscoring its superior protection capabilities.
- Avast Free Antivirus: Recognized as a Top-Rated Product, Avast earned "Advanced+" in six out of seven tests and "Advanced" in one, securing the Gold Award in the Real-World Protection Test.
- AVG Internet Security: Also a Top-Rated Product, AVG mirrored Avast's achievements with "Advanced+" in six tests and "Advanced" in one, sharing the Gold Award in the Real-World Protection Test.
- Bitdefender Total Security: As a Top-Rated Product, Bitdefender garnered "Advanced+" in six tests and "Advanced" in one, earning the Gold Award in the Malware Protection Test.
- Kaspersky Standard: Honored as a Top-Rated Product, Kaspersky achieved "Advanced+" in six tests and "Advanced" in one, receiving the Gold Award in the False-Positives Test.
Additional Recognitions
The following products also demonstrated very commendable performance:
- Avira Free Antivirus: Secured the Gold Award in the Real-World Protection Test, highlighting its robust defense against internet-borne threats.
- McAfee Total Protection: Earned the Gold Award in the Performance Test, reflecting minimal impact on system performance.
- G DATA Total Security: Received the Silver Award in the Malware Protection Test, showcasing effective malware detection capabilities.
Areas for Improvement
While the majority of products excelled, Trend Micro Internet Security and Quick Heal Internet Security exhibited areas needing enhancement to align with industry leaders. AV-Comparatives encourages these vendors to analyse the detailed findings to bolster their products' effectiveness in future evaluations.
Comprehensive User-Interface Review
The Summary Report also includes an in-depth user-interface review of all tested products, providing insights into usability aspects such as installation processes, security alerts, scan options, quarantine management, and access controls.
Cybersecurity and Endpoint Protection for Enterprises and Corporate Users
The latest test results for leading business security solutions, including Avast, Bitdefender, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Elastic, ESET, G Data, K7, Kaspersky, Microsoft, NetSecurity, Rapid7, SenseOn, Sophos, Trellix, VIPRE, and VMware, are now available on AV-Comparatives' website.
Commitment to Transparency and Excellence
AV-Comparatives remains dedicated to delivering transparent, comprehensive, and scientifically rigorous cybersecurity assessments. By providing unbiased evaluations, we aim to empower consumers and businesses to make informed decisions about their digital security solutions.
For a detailed analysis and the full 2024 Summary Report, please visit:
Access the full report here: Summary Report 2024
Media contact: media@av-comparatives.org, +43512287788
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AV-Comparatives Releases 2024 Summary Report: Celebrating Excellence in Cybersecurity
SEOUL, South Korea, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Beauty of Joseon has been recognized by global market intelligence company Euromonitor International as the "Global No.1 K-Beauty Suncare Brand in Online Sales," based on 2025 global online retail sales, further solidifying its position as a leading K-beauty suncare brand worldwide.
Beauty of Joseon — the global leading Hanbang beauty brand that brings centuries of Korean herbal tradition into the modern era — continues to lead the K-beauty suncare category, driven by strong consumer demand across the globe, including North America, Europe, Southeast Asia, and beyond.
According to Euromonitor International, the global suncare market reached approximately USD 18 billion in retail value sales in 2025, recording a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11% from 2020 to 2025.
Kayla Villena, Global Insight Manager: Beauty and Personal Care at Euromonitor, said: "Sun care category growth is being driven by climate changes and the move toward lighter, breathable makeup. The standout is texture innovation, sunscreens that are serum-like, transparent, with no white cast are well-received by global consumers."
As the global suncare market evolves far beyond basic UV protection, K-beauty sunscreens have gained strong traction across the globe — driven by their reputation for lightweight textures, skincare-focused formulations, and invisible finishes.
Leading the trend is Beauty of Joseon's signature suncare lineup. The brand's iconic hero product, Relief Sun, has driven rapid global growth through organic consumer reviews praising its hydrating feel and dewy finish. Social media content across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube has further amplified both Relief Sun and the brand's global recognition.
Beauty of Joseon has also expanded its suncare portfolio with the weightlessly refreshing Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh and the easy-to-use Matte Sun Stick, both of which continue to show steady sales growth across global markets.
A Beauty of Joseon representative stated, "We have continuously expanded our suncare lineup — from a single sunscreen to sun sticks, body sunscreens, and tone-up sunscreens — driven by a deep understanding of consumer needs across global markets. Euromonitor International's recognition as the Global No.1 reaffirms our commitment to leading the Hanbang beauty category on the world stage."
Source Euromonitor International Limited; E-commerce 2026 edition, as per Sun Care Category Definitions; as per Brand Level; Retail Value Sales (RSP), excl. VAT, 2025 data. K-Beauty brand defined as originating from Korea
About Beauty of Joseon
Beauty of Joseon is a global leading Hanbang beauty brand that reimagines centuries of Korean herbal tradition for the modern era, delivering radiant skin across the globe through a fresh interpretation of Hanbang ingredients. Since its acquisition by Goodai Global in 2019, the brand has expanded its presence across North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia, establishing itself as one of the most recognized K-beauty brands in the world.
About Goodai Global
Goodai Global is a global beauty platform dedicated to discovering brand potential and connecting them to the world through its extensive global distribution network, with the vision of becoming the Global No.1 beauty platform. Since pivoting into the beauty brand business with the acquisition of Beauty of Joseon, Goodai Global has built a strong multi-brand portfolio including market-proven K-beauty brands such as TIRTIR, SKIN1004, and Round Lab, maximizing synergy across brands to drive new achievements on the global stage.
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Beauty of Joseon Named 'Global No.1 K-Beauty Suncare Brand in Online Sales' by Euromonitor International
