Kaspersky Plus Review: Test vs Malware (2022)

TL;DR

In this video, the PC Security Channel conducts independent testing of Kaspersky Plus against real-life malware, including a ransomware test.

Transcript

hello and welcome to the pc security channel in this video we will be testing kaspersky plus against live malware now we've had early access to this product kaspersky did reach out to us for our first impressions and we did make another video about that but this is going to be our independent test putting it up against real life malware that i've c... Read More

Key Insights

• 📁 Kaspersky effectively blocks and prevents the execution of potentially harmful files during proactive detection.
• ☠️ The antivirus software successfully detected and blocked all known ransomware samples, maintaining a proactive detection rate of 100%.
• 📁 When proactive components were disabled, Kaspersky relied on its system watcher to monitor for unauthorized activity and prevent file encryption by ransomware.
• ❓ The scans conducted with Hitman Pro and Malwarebytes confirmed that the system remained clean, indicating Kaspersky's ability to prevent malware infections.
• 🥳 The tests showcased Kaspersky's ability to defend against both known and zero-day ransomware attacks.
• 🖐️ Kaspersky's intrusion prevention feature played a role in flagging potential threats and contributing to the overall defense against malware.
• 💁 The option to switch between legacy and modern Kaspersky icons was highlighted as a bonus tip.

Questions & Answers

Q: How does Kaspersky's proactive detection feature work?

Kaspersky's proactive detection feature blocks the execution of potentially harmful files, ensuring that even if they are allowed to run, they are unable to persist on the system or cause any disruption.

Q: Did Kaspersky detect and block all known ransomware samples?

Yes, Kaspersky detected and blocked all the known ransomware samples, resulting in a proactive detection rate of 100%.

Q: Can Kaspersky defend against zero-day ransomware attacks?

Kaspersky's system watcher, which monitors unauthorized activity, was able to successfully detect and block a new ransomware sample that was not in its signature database, preventing any file modification or encryption.

Q: How did Kaspersky perform when proactive components were disabled?

With proactive components disabled, Kaspersky's proactive detection rate dropped significantly. However, it still effectively monitored and terminated ransomware processes in real-time, ensuring no files were encrypted.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The PC Security Channel tests Kaspersky Plus against various malware samples collected from the internet, monitoring its proactive detection and blocking capabilities.

• Kaspersky successfully blocks the execution of certain items, preventing persistence and annoyance caused by adware installers.

• After conducting scans with Hitman Pro and Malwarebytes, the system appears to be clean, indicating Kaspersky's effectiveness in preventing malware infections.