2024 Kaspersky Independent Test Performance Overview

This report outlines the performance of Kaspersky products in independent tests conducted in 2024. Kaspersky participated in 95 tests and reviews, achieving 91 first-place awards and 92 top-three finishes. The document details the methodology for calculating the TOP3 metric, which reflects the success of vendors in independent comparative tests. The TOP3 score is determined by the number of times a vendor's products ranked in the top three positions during the reporting period. The report specifies that the participation counter for each vendor is incremented each time a product is included in a test. It also describes the various tests that contribute to the TOP3 metric, including advanced threat protection, malware protection, and real-world protection tests. Additionally, the report mentions that only vendors participating in 35% or more of the total tests have their results represented in the accompanying charts. The deadline for submitting scores for 2024 is March 8, 2025.