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August 24, 2026 — 5 min read
Acronis Cyber Platform earns 18/18 score in AV-TEST's business Windows evaluation
August 24, 2026 — 5 min read
Acronis Cyber Platform earns 18/18 score in AV-TEST's business Windows evaluation
Acronis Cyber Platform has once again earned the highest possible score in AV-TEST’s business Windows endpoint protection evaluation, achieving 18 out of 18 points in the May–June 2026 test. The latest result also extends a consistent record in AV-TEST’s business Windows evaluations.
February 20, 2024 — 18 min read
How to choose the best antivirus software?
February 20, 2024 — 18 min read
How to choose the best antivirus software?
Explore our expert tips on choosing the best antivirus software to protect your devices against viruses, malware, online threats, and cyber attacks
February 12, 2024 — 2 min read
Acronis named a Leader in G2 Grid® for Cloud Email Security for Small Business
February 12, 2024 — 2 min read
Acronis named a Leader in G2 Grid® for Cloud Email Security for Small Business
Concluding a year characterized by extraordinary growth and recognition across the service provider and business cyber protection space, we are proud to announce Acronis was named a Leader in the G2 Grid® for Cloud Email Security for Small Business.
January 30, 2024 — 4 min read
The best thing to happen to EDR … since EDR
January 30, 2024 — 4 min read
The best thing to happen to EDR … since EDR
We have some exciting news. We are thrilled to announce that Acronis EDR is now accessible to all MSPs using the core Acronis Advanced Security, without additional cost.
November 22, 2023 — 2 min read
Fortify security and resilience for your clients with NIST
November 22, 2023 — 2 min read
Fortify security and resilience for your clients with NIST
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework provides “voluntary guidance, based on existing standards, guidelines and practices for organization to better manage and reduce cybersecurity risk.” Whether your MSP is helping clients to qualify for cyber insurance or satisfy regulatory compliance, shoring up cyber protection in alignment with NIST Cybersecurity Framework is still a good idea.
November 21, 2023 — 4 min read
Why EDR is fundamental to qualifying for cyber insurance
November 21, 2023 — 4 min read
Why EDR is fundamental to qualifying for cyber insurance
This article focuses on the crucial requirements that help companies build cyber resilience and thereby qualify for cyber insurance coverage. We uncover the common reasons for cyber insurance denials, the challenges that today’s businesses face when applying for coverage, the business outcomes of obtaining insurance and the key features of EDR needed to satisfy policy requirements.
September 20, 2023 — 5 min read
Common cyberattacks and the tactics behind them
September 20, 2023 — 5 min read
Common cyberattacks and the tactics behind them
Many companies work diligently to guard against cyberattacks, and over the years, they have found tried-and-true techniques to combat these attacks and minimize their impact. A clear understanding of common cyberattacks and the tactics behind them is paramount for today’s businesses. If you know these attacks and tactics, you can plan accordingly; but most importantly, you can optimize your security posture.
August 25, 2023 — 11 min read
How to install Windows 11 safely in 6 Steps
August 25, 2023 — 11 min read
How to install Windows 11 safely in 6 Steps
Windows 11, available as a free upgrade for Windows 10 users, features all the power of Windows 10 along with a fresh new look. If you are signed in to a Microsoft account when upgrading, your files and favorites will all be transferred to Windows 11. The new version also features new applications, tools and sounds.
July 12, 2023 — 11 min read
What is cryptocurrency malware and how to detect it
July 12, 2023 — 11 min read
What is cryptocurrency malware and how to detect it
Learn about what is cryptocurrency malware and how to secure your digital wealth: Discover how to detect and protect yourself from cryptocurrency malware.
April 04, 2023 — 3 min read
The critical importance of creating secure passwords
April 04, 2023 — 3 min read
The critical importance of creating secure passwords
In additional recognition of last week’s Acronis’ Cyber Protection Week, this blog will touch upon passwords, and in particular, how to create secure passwords for all your accounts and keep them safe from unwanted parties.
March 31, 2023 — 5 min read
What’s new in Acronis Cyber Platform – March 2023
March 31, 2023 — 5 min read
What’s new in Acronis Cyber Platform – March 2023
This month, we are proud to announce that Acronis Cyber Platform has been enhanced with a range of new features in release 23.03, aimed at improving the overall security of your clients’ organization, streamlining your operations and staying one step ahead of cybercriminals. Our team has been hard at work on these new features, and we're confident that they will further strengthen our position as a cybersecurity leader.
March 31, 2023 — 5 min read
Acronis Cyber Protection Week: Five essential steps to achieve cyber protection
March 31, 2023 — 5 min read
Acronis Cyber Protection Week: Five essential steps to achieve cyber protection
On this fifth and final day of Cyber Protection Week 2023, we go in depth on five essential steps for safeguarding your data and ensuring your cyber protection is at peak efficiency.
March 30, 2023 — 2 min read
End of life for Acronis Disk Director
March 30, 2023 — 2 min read
End of life for Acronis Disk Director
End of life for Acronis Disk Director 12.5 (Home, Workstation, Server) is April 3, 2023.