Security programs from well-known security firms have failed the VB100 (Virus Bulletin) tests for Vista specific security solutions. The latest tests looked at 37 made-for Vista security programs to see which could attain the level of threat detection required for the �VB100″ certification. Out of those tested, 17 managed to fail the test including software from big names like McAfee, Sophos and Trend Micro.

That doesn�t mean the products are complete failures even if the software did fail the test. The VB100 program sets a very high standard for what would be considered passing. Programs that obtain the certification must detect 100 percent of malware on the �WildList� and using default settings produce no false positives.

McAfee, Sophos and Trend Micro faired the best of the programs with a 99.99% of the WildList, other programs scored less. According to TechWorld, Doctor Web scored just above 95%, Security Coverage PC Live managed just short of 85%. Surprisingly, Windows Live OneCare and Forefront Client Security were both able to obtain the VB100 certification. OneCare, seriously, it would still not be my first choice.