The Short Answer: No.
Antivirus (AV) software was once the frontline defence against cyber threats. It detected known malware and blocked it from infecting your system. But in 2025, that’s no longer enough.
Cybercriminals have become faster, more organised, and far more sophisticated. The tools they use now are designed to bypass signature-based antivirus software with ease.
So, where does that leave you?
What’s Changed in 2025
Cyberattacks today are multi-stage, often starting with phishing emails, lateral movement within systems, or zero-day exploits. These threats adapt and evolve — meaning static AV software can’t keep up.
- Ransomware is more targeted
- Malware is fileless or polymorphic
- Phishing attacks are more convincing and automated
- Insider threats and credential leaks are growing
To combat this, businesses are turning to dynamic security tools like EDR, MDR, and XEDR, which provide real-time detection, behavioural analysis, and 24/7 monitoring.
Where Antivirus Still Fits
It’s important to note: antivirus still has a role. It’s just no longer the whole solution.
AV is useful for catching known threats, basic malware, and enforcing device hygiene. But it works best when it’s part of a layered security approach, rather than your only line of defence.
That’s where advanced protection comes in.
So, What Should Businesses Do?
If you’re still relying solely on antivirus, you may be vulnerable to threats you don’t even know are there.
Instead, consider building your stack around:
- EDR – real-time detection and response across endpoints
- MDR – a managed security team monitoring and responding for you
- XEDR – cross-platform insights that catch complex, multi-layered attacks
At Your Comms Group, we’ve made this shift easier with flexible packages starting at just £4.99 per endpoint.
👉 See our Advanced Threat Security options
📩 Or reach out to [email protected] to talk through what would suit your setup.
Final Thought
Antivirus has had a good run — but in today’s environment, it’s just not enough.
Don’t wait for a breach to find out the hard way. Secure your endpoints with tools designed for the threats of today (and tomorrow).
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We’ll help you build a security solution that actually protects you in 2025.
