Comodo Internet Security Review | Test vs Malware

TL;DR

Comodo Internet Security performed well in the automated tests, achieving high proactive detection and malware removal rates. However, it may not be suitable for all users due to its limited detection of new malware.

Transcript

hello and welcome to the PC security Channel we have a new version of comodo internet security so time for another test this will be the usual automated test with the help of the script and we will be using default settings that means the sandbox is going to be enabled and the hips is going to be disabled keep in mind Komodo is a solution that uses... Read More

Key Insights

• ☠️ Comodo Internet Security achieved high proactive detection and malware removal rates during the automated tests.
• 🤨 The sandbox feature effectively contained suspicious files, but alerts for legitimate applications were also considered.
• 🕵️ Second opinion scans from Hitman Pro and Norton Power Eraser detected additional malware that Comodo missed.
• 📁 Hidden files and folders were discovered on the system, indicating that Comodo's sandboxing may not fully inhibit malicious payloads.
• 👶 Comodo's effectiveness may depend on the user and their specific needs, as it may not detect all new in-the-wild malware.
• 🙂 The light resource usage of Comodo makes it appealing for users who prefer an AV solution without excessive CPU usage.
• 💭 Final thoughts on Comodo Internet Security highlight its potential for certain users but acknowledge the limitations in detecting new malware.

Questions & Answers

Q: How does Comodo Internet Security perform in automated tests?

In the test, Comodo achieved high proactive detection and malware removal rates, reflecting its effectiveness in protecting against malware.

Q: What settings were used during the test?

The sandbox feature was enabled, while hips (host-based intrusion prevention system) was disabled.

Q: Did Comodo detect all new malware during the test?

No, Comodo had limited detection of new malware, indicating that it may not be the ideal solution for all users.

Q: How does Comodo's resource usage compare to Norton security?

Comodo demonstrated light resource usage throughout the test, contrasting with the high CPU usage and resource-intensive behavior of Norton security.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The test used default settings with Comodo Internet Security, enabling the sandbox and disabling hips.

• Phase one of the test resulted in a proactive detection rate of 79.45% and a malware removal rate of 70%.

• Phase two showed a proactive detection rate of 91.5% and a malware removal rate of 90.3%. It also highlighted the light resource usage of Comodo compared to Norton security.