Kaspersky Safe Kids has received ‘Approved’ certificates from AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives

Kaspersky Safe Kids has received ‘Approved’ certificatesfrom AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives, independent testing organizations, for its outstanding effectiveness in blockinginappropriate content. Tests proved 100% and 98,1% in successful blocking of adult content on Windows platform respectively. In the AV-TEST’s research, the solution became twice the only one with blocking Adult content in the history of tests since 2015. In the AV-Comparatives’s one, the solution became the only one certified out of 5 participants, supporting the similar cases in tests of 2019, 2021, and 2022.

The both test institutes conducted their tests in accordance with ownmethodologies. AV-TEST assesses parental control solution against 7,500 websites across six languages and 13 categories – adult content, violence, weapons, and others – to evaluate the product’sblocking capabilities. AV-Comparatives tested the solutions against 1,000 adult category websites and 100 child-friendly websites, determining certification criteria of 98% detection rate without false positives, severe bugs or design flaws.

AV-TEST Parental Control Test 2023 results 

Kaspersky Safe Kids displayed a strong performance, particularly in its ability to block adult content. On the Windows platform, the app recorded a 100% blocking rate for adult content, marking it as the only vendor to achieve this result – also achieved in 2021 and 2023. Additionally, the solution displayed solid results guarding againstother significant categories such as violence and gambling, with an overall average blocking rate of 92.20%. On the Android platform, Kaspersky Safe Kids performed a 99.09% blocking rate for adult content. 

Kaspersky Safe Kids received the Approved Certificate for ‘Parental Control Test’ for the eighth consecutive time, remaining the only vendor in the market with such an achievement. Recent reportshighlight the Kaspersky solution’s key functionalities, including harmful website blocking, social media control, and time and schedule restrictions, confirming it proves robust and comprehensive. Additionally, AV-TEST acknowledges Kaspersky’s “dedication to meeting the essential criteria expected from a trusted parental control provider”. 

AV-Comparatives ‘Parental Control Certification’ results 

Kaspersky Safe Kids achieved strong results in the 2024 AV-Comparatives test, where it successfully blocked 98.1% of pornographic websites and generated zero false positives on Windows. AV-Comparatives also recognized Kaspersky Safe Kids for its extensive range of monitoring and control functions, and for the speed with which changes made in the console were implemented on the child’s device. 

Kaspersky’s solutions for effective digital parenting (Kaspersky Internet Security and later Kaspersky Safe Kids) have been regularly been tested independently by AV-Comparatives since 2014 – always succeeded in meeting certification criteria, earning ‘Approved’ certificates.

“We continuously strive to enhance the quality of our products to cater to the evolving needs of modern users. One of our key focus areas is digital parenting. We recognize the critical importance of offering reliable protection to children, who face heightened risks in the online world. Our goal is to empower parents with the confidence that their children are safeguarded. We are honored and proud that independent testers have acknowledged our dedicated efforts in this regard,” commented Flavio Negrini, Web Data and Privacy Analysis Group manager at Kaspersky. 

AV-TEST ‘Parental Control Test 2023’ is available via the link.

AV-Comparatives Parental Control Certification 2024 is available via the link.

All test-based awards earned by Safe Kids could be found here

More information about Kaspersky Safe Kids is available here.

PLDT Home enhances customer protection against cyberthreats by offering all Fiber subscribers two years of Kaspersky Premium Security

Numbers show that the more time spent online, the more one becomes vulnerable. Filipinos spend an average of nine hoursa day on the internet with 3.75 hours scrolling through social media. Every time someone is online, their information can be left exposed to cybercriminals bent on accessing and misusing data for their own gain.

 

According to a study, 3.4 billion phishing emails are sent daily (1 in every 4,200 emails is a phishing scam). In 2022 alone, there were 5.7 million reports of fraud and identity theft worldwide – with consumers losing $8.8 billion to identity theft.

Men on a mission (L-R): Questronix President Mike Dionisio, PLDT SVP and Head of Consumer Business Home, and Kaspersky Co-Founder and CEO

 

When people click on links – even those that seem legit, most especially when sent by friends – malware can find its way into their laptops and their information may be exploited. This can result in data breaches that compromise personal information, including usernames, passwords, bank accounts, medical records, and other sensitive data – further leading to identity theft, financial fraud, and other damages once malicious hackers take control over anyone’s accounts.

 

The PLDT Group doesn’t treat this as new information, in fact, it has been investing billions of pesos to safeguard its customers from cyberthreats. As a result, in 2023, the company prevented 478 million SMShing messages from reaching PLDT and Smart customers and blocked more than 28 billion attempts at accessing malicious domains.

This year, the Philippines’ leading digital services provider PLDT Home levels up its cybersecurity efforts as it partners with premier global cybersecurity company Kaspersky. Starting June 2024, PLDT Home will grant a complimentary 24-month Kaspersky Premium Security license good for three (3) personal devices per active Fiber subscriber.

“When cybercriminals attack individuals, the inconvenience, financial loss, and potential embarrassment can be endless. That is why we believe that cybersecurity education and protection should start at home,” said Jeremiah de la Cruz, PLDT Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business - Home. “This partnership with Kaspersky allows our customers to gain another level of protection at home while enjoying the benefits of fast and reliable connectivity to enrich their lifestyle.”

Strengthened commitment to cybersecurity

Sixty-seven percent of Filipinos know about the importance of installing endpoint security apps, but only two out of every 10 Filipinos have one installed. Through this partnership with PLDT Home, customers will now have access to Kaspersky Premium Security, the brand’s “ultimate plan” – designed with award-winning antivirus, privacy and identity protection, performance boost, and other benefits such as unlimited VPN and password manager.

 

Kaspersky Premium Security employs a multilayered approach to cybersecurity, combining signature-based detection, heuristic analysis, behavioral monitoring, web protection, and automatic updates to provide comprehensive protection against a wide range of malware threats, helping secure customers’ devices from cyber threats. In 2022, Kaspersky blocked 52,914 financial phishing incidents in the Philippines.

 

Kaspersky Premium Security also provides real-time protection while devices are connected to the internet 24/7. It scans all files that are opened, saved, or launched on the computer and all connected drives, as well as incoming and outgoing email messages. It also intercepts and blocks the execution of scripts on websites if they pose a threat; and monitors all web traffic and blocks access to dangerous websites. It also protects the customers’ data when connected to unsecured Wi-Fi networks. It also enables users to remotely manage their computer from the My Kaspersky website.

 

Eugene Kaspersky, CEO of Kaspersky added: “The Philippines has been one of the countries with the highest number of online attacks detected and blocked by our experts since 2021. Our partnership with PLDT Home is a new step toward the Philippines’ cybersecurity, combining the expertise of a trusted and leading digital provider with our experience and advanced security solutions. Together, we are committed to enhancing digital safety and helping Filipinos navigate the online world with confidence, bringing on a safer future for their homes."

 

With the availability of Kaspersky Premium Security to all Fiber customers, PLDT Home helps Filipino homes mitigate online risks and fight against cybercriminals while enjoying the online world. 

 

To know more about Kaspersky Premium Security available through PLDT Home, visit https://pldthome.com/.