At Rapid7, we measure success by how well we protect our customers in the real world. That’s why independent testing like the AV-Comparatives Business Security Test matters. It’s a trusted benchmark for how endpoint security products perform against today’s constantly evolving threats, and how they balance strong protection with operational simplicity.
In the latest round of testing, Rapid7’s Next-Gen Antivirus (NGAV), built into our next-gen SIEM, delivered exactly what customers expect: exceptional protection, zero false alarms, and reliable, real-world results. These outcomes affirm that our focus on usable, integrated security continues to pay off, helping security teams stay effective without being overwhelmed by unnecessary alerts or noise.
This year’s test results also highlight something deeper than just percentages and rankings. They reinforce our mission to make cybersecurity simpler and more impactful for security teams across the globe. With NGAV as part of the Command platform, security teams gain deeper visibility and faster, more confident responses to the threats that matter most.
Setting the standard for reliable endpoint protection
The AV-Comparatives tests, conducted between August and September 2025, evaluated leading business security products on their ability to detect and block real-world malware threats. To achieve certification, vendors must maintain high detection rates and extremely low false positives while demonstrating consistent performance across multiple categories.
Rapid7’s inclusion and performance in this rigorous test underscore the strength of our endpoint protection and the reliability of our detection models. Our results show continued year-over-year improvement and demonstrate competitive performance against major players in the market.
Real-World Protection and malware defense you can trust
The Real-World Protection Test measures how effectively products prevent live unknown threats encountered during everyday internet use. Rapid7 performed strongly among top-tier competitors. Our solution maintained excellent protection rates while achieving zero false alarms, a critical metric for security teams managing alert fatigue and operational efficiency.
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Similarly, in the Malware Protection Test, Rapid7 scored an impressive 99.7% protection rate. This test focuses on detecting malicious files before, during, or after execution, showcasing how Rapid7’s NGAV effectively shields endpoints throughout the attack chain.
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In addition to strong protection scores, Rapid7 achieved a “Very Low” false positive rate, underscoring our commitment to reducing noise and surfacing the threats that matter most. False positives are more than a nuisance, they waste time, drain resources, and distract analysts from genuine threats. With zero false alarms in both business and non-business software tests, Rapid7 ensures security teams can focus on what really matters: stopping real attacks.
Why these results matter
These results are a validation of our mission to deliver reliable, real-world security outcomes. Here’s what this means for our customers:
Independent validation: Recognition by AV-Comparatives affirms Rapid7’s credibility as a trusted player in endpoint protection.
Operational Efficiency: Zero false positives prove our customers won't have business disruptions or wasted time troubleshooting alerts.
Proactive protection: Behavioral engines powered by our patented technology detect malware that antivirus software may have missed or, at the very least, recognize suspicious behavior commonly used by stealthy malware. This extends protection beyond traditional signature-based antivirus defenses to detect novel, zero-day attacks.
Integrated defense: Our NGAV is seamlessly connected to Rapid7’s Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service and integrated into our SIEM, providing customers with both automated and expert-driven protection.
A strong foundation for what’s next
This strong showing is a reflection of the investments we continue to make in our endpoint security portfolio. Independent test insights, combined with customer feedback, directly inform our roadmap to ensure Rapid7’s NGAV continues to deliver superior protection, lower operational friction, and higher confidence for modern SOC teams.
As threats evolve, our mission remains constant: to provide a powerful, integrated defense that helps security teams stay ahead of attackers—and stay focused on what truly matters.
Learn more about Rapid7 Next-Gen Antivirus here.
