Acronis Accelerates Cybersecurity Momentum With AI, Research, and MSP-First Innovation

Acronis, a global cybersecurity and data protection company, is rapidly strengthening its position in the cyber protection landscape by combining artificial intelligence, advanced threat research, and a growing ecosystem of partners. With cyber threats becoming faster, more automated, and increasingly AI-driven, Acronis is doubling down on practical, real-world security designed specifically for managed service providers (MSPs).

At the core of this momentum is Acronis’ platform-led approach, which prioritises operational simplicity for MSPs while delivering enterprise-grade protection. By integrating security, data protection, and management into a single platform, Acronis enables service providers to scale security services efficiently, improve margins, and reduce the complexity typically associated with modern cyber defence.

Threat Research Driving Smarter Security

A major driver behind Acronis’ security advancements is the Acronis Threat Research Unit (TRU). In 2025 alone, TRU published 17 in-depth research reports that examined emerging malware families, ransomware operations, and evolving attack techniques. These insights not only inform Acronis’ own product development but also contribute to the wider cybersecurity community.

Key research highlights from the year include investigations into live FileFix campaigns using steganography, the rapid rise of SafePay ransomware targeting MSPs, the DragonForce cartel’s expanding operations, and the growing misuse of Electron-based gaming applications to distribute credential stealers. TRU also tracked the evolution of Chaos RAT from an open-source project into a fully weaponised threat.

Industry Recognition Confirms Market Leadership

Acronis’ strategy has been repeatedly validated by leading analyst firms and peer review platforms. The company was named a Champion in the Canalys Global Cybersecurity Matrix (Q1 2025), with analysts highlighting its MSP-centric strategy and ease of doing business. Frost & Sullivan placed Acronis among the Leaders in its 2025 Endpoint Security Radar, citing strong innovation and growth potential.

IDC further reinforced this position by recognising Acronis as a Leader in the Cyber-Recovery MarketScape for the second time, while G2’s Winter 2025 Grid Report ranked Acronis among the top endpoint protection providers based on customer feedback and performance.

Expanding Security Capabilities Through Rapid Innovation

Acronis continues to enhance its security portfolio with new tools aimed at improving visibility, response, and automation. Recent launches include Security Posture Management for Microsoft 365, EDR augmentation for Microsoft Defender Antivirus, expanded use of Intel® Threat Detection Technology, and the release of SIEM Connector 2.0.

The company has also strengthened protections against human-centric risks through Collaboration Security and Security Awareness Training. To simplify adoption, Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud now offers bundled licensing for Protected Workspace, Microsoft 365 Protection, and Cyber Resilience—allowing MSPs to customise offerings without adding operational overhead.

Independent Testing Validates Security Performance

Acronis’ security effectiveness has been independently verified through multiple industry benchmarks. SE Labs awarded Acronis XDR an AAA rating after achieving 100% detection accuracy and a 98% overall accuracy score. AV-Test recognised the platform as a Leader in Advanced Threat Protection, while MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations highlighted its high-quality detections with minimal alert noise—an important advantage for MSP operations.

Strengthening the Ecosystem With Integrations and MSSP Support

Beyond product innovation, Acronis is expanding its ecosystem through strategic partnerships and programs. A new native integration with Fortinet FortiGate allows MSPs to deploy unified, end-to-end security for customers of all sizes. Additionally, the Acronis MSSP Program enables managed security service providers to deliver MDR services using the Acronis platform as certified regional partners.

“Security momentum isn’t just about releasing new features—it’s about protection that actually works at scale,” said Gerald Beuchelt, Chief Information Security Officer at Acronis. “By combining threat intelligence, rapid innovation, and strong partnerships, we help MSPs stay ahead of attackers instead of constantly reacting to them.”

Looking Ahead

Acronis plans to further expand the use of generative AI and automation across its platform to make cyber protection more autonomous and easier to manage at scale. The company is also preparing to address emerging attack vectors, including GenAI-powered threats, by translating ongoing TRU research directly into new security capabilities.

With a sustained focus on research-driven innovation, ecosystem growth, and MSP enablement, Acronis continues to set the direction for modern cyber protection in an increasingly complex threat environment.

By Aaradhay Sharma