INTERNET OF THINGS PENTEST
Enhance your internet-connected devices' security, reduce risks and protect sensitive data with comprehensive IoT penetration testing.
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What is IoT penetration testing?
Navigating the security of
connected frontiers
IoT (Internet of Things) penetration testing is a specialised security assessment that identifies vulnerabilities and weaknesses in your internet-connected devices, networks and digital infrastructure.
With the rapid growth of IoT technology, it’s become an essential cyber security concern. IoT penetration testing involves evaluating the security controls and configurations of your IoT devices, assessing the communication protocols and interfaces, and testing for potential risks such as unauthorised access, data breaches and device tampering.
By simulating real-world attack scenarios, our IoT pentesting service can uncover vulnerabilities to help strengthen your security posture and mitigate the risks associated with IoT deployments, ensuring the integrity and privacy of your IoT-enabled systems and data.
IoT pentesting benefits
PROTECTING WHAT
CONNECTS YOUR BUSINESS
IoT pentesting offers several significant benefits for businesses looking to secure their IoT devices and infrastructure. It can help your business to:
- Enhance security
Identify weaknesses and vulnerabilities in your IoT systems to strengthen your security measures and protect against potential cyber threats. - Ensure compliance
Assess your IoT deployments against industry regulations to ensure compliance with data privacy and security requirements and avoid potential legal and financial consequences. - Protect data
Identify vulnerabilities that could lead to unauthorised access, data breaches or data manipulation to safeguard your sensitive information and maintain data integrity. - Preserve reputation
Prevent security incidents that may damage your reputation, customer trust and brand image.
- Reduce financial losses
Address security flaws and prevent potential breaches to avoid financial losses associated with data theft, regulatory fines, legal penalties and service disruptions. - Minimise downtime
Prevent successful cyber attacks that could lead to system downtime, ensuring uninterrupted operations and business continuity. - Improve customer trust
Demonstrate a commitment to cyber security to build customer trust, attract new clients and differentiate your brand in a competitive market. - Stay ahead of threats
Stay proactive and ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities in a rapidly evolving IoT landscape.
Lock down your
IoT ecosystem
What does your IoT
penetration test include?
End-to-end testing for
every connected edge
IoT pentesting is a crucial component of a comprehensive cyber security strategy. Identifying and addressing vulnerabilities can enhance the security and resilience of your IoT deployments.
IoT pentesting is a comprehensive assessment that examines the security of IoT ecosystems. It involves testing various components and aspects of IoT infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and enhance overall security. The following are key areas that IoT pentesting typically covers:
Hardware
Evaluate the security of your IoT devices by analysing their hardware components, examining potential weaknesses in their design and assessing the effectiveness of physical security measures.
Firmware
Thoroughly examine your IoT devices’ firmware to identify weaknesses such as insecure code, authentication issues or backdoors that attackers could exploit.
Networks
Test the network infrastructure supporting your IoT devices for segmentation, access control and encryption weaknesses, along with your network-connected devices’ resilience against attacks.
Wireless communications
Assess the wireless protocols used in IoT environments, such as WiFi, RF and Bluetooth, to ensure their security and resistance against interception, unauthorised access or tampering.
Mobile and web apps
Scrutinise the security of mobile and web applications associated with your IoT devices, including authentication mechanisms, data privacy, input validation and protection measures.
Cloud APIs
If your IoT devices rely on cloud services and APIs, we’ll examine the security of these interfaces, looking for potential vulnerabilities in data storage, access controls and encryption mechanisms.
What cyber security challenges does
IoT pentesting address?
Tackling the risks of a
connected world
IoT pentesting can empower your business to enhance its security posture, mitigate risks and ensure a robust defence against evolving cyber threats.
Cyber security challenges are a persistent concern in the IoT realm. IoT Pentesting, with its advanced techniques and specialised expertise, addresses several critical cyber security issues, including:
Identifying IoT vulnerabilities
IoT pentesting helps identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in your IoT systems, devices and networks. Comprehensive assessments and testing uncover potential security gaps throughout the IoT environment for targeted remediation.
Ensuring IoT
security readiness
IoT pentesting supplements the skills of your in-house IT team to extend your internal capabilities. Businesses with limited resources can leverage pentesting to augment expertise, cover more ground and effectively address IoT security risks.
Proactive threat prevention
Regular IoT pentesting enables your business to proactively identify and address potential threats before they can be exploited. Staying one step ahead can prevent security breaches and reduce the likelihood of successful cyber attacks.
Effective resource allocation
IoT pentesting helps optimise your resource allocation by focusing efforts on critical vulnerabilities. By understanding the specific risks present in IoT deployments, you can allocate resources effectively to strengthen your defences where they’re needed most.
Bridging the
skills gap
The scarcity of skilled cyber security professionals poses a challenge for many businesses. IoT pentesting mitigates this challenge by providing expertise to detect sophisticated IoT-related vulnerabilities.
Save time and
reduce costs
Establishing and maintaining an in-house team of security experts can be expensive. IoT pentesting offers a cost-effective solution by providing access to advanced technologies and specialised skills, saving on the expenses of building and training an internal security testing team.
Other types of penetration testing
CREST-approved
penetration testing services
As well as IoT pentests, our team provides the following penetration testing services:
Network penetration testing
Our network and infrastructure penetration testing assesses your networks and systems for vulnerabilities. It simulates exploitation safely to show the potential impact. We have extensive knowledge of enterprise environments, networking and security technologies.
Website penetration testing
Assesses your web applications and APIs for security vulnerabilities that may be exploited to compromise your applications. We use comprehensive OWASP testing methodologies and leading tools to provide assurance that your applications are secure.
Mobile application penetration testing
Mobile application pentesting provides an in-depth review of your applications’ security to ensure data is protected. Our team has deep experience in assessing iOS, Android and Windows platforms, and many mobile development frameworks such as React Native, Flutter and Xamarin.
Cloud penetration testing
Cloud penetration testing attempts to find misconfigurations that may expose your cloud systems and data to attack. It’s performed against environments hosted by a cloud service provider, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud or Microsoft Azure.
Vulnerability assessment
Our vulnerability assessment service evaluates your systems to identify, categorise and prioritise security weaknesses across your organisation. By analysing your infrastructure at scale, we ensure vulnerabilities are identified and addressed before they can be exploited.
All penetration testing services
Our penetration testing services are ideal for businesses who have commercial or regulatory requirements to complete testing, as well as businesses who prioritise cyber security and need independant technical assurance.
Frequently asked questions
Why is IoT pentesting important?
IoT devices are prone to security vulnerabilities that can lead to data breaches and compromise user privacy. IoT pentesting helps identify and address these vulnerabilities, ensuring robust security measures are in place.
What does an IoT pentesting engagement involve?
IoT pentesting engagements typically involve testing the security of IoT devices, examining communication protocols, physical security of IoT devices, evaluating associated mobile and web applications, cloud APIs and network configurations.
What are the potential risks of not conducting IoT pentesting?
Without IoT pentesting, you may not be aware of security vulnerabilities in your IoT ecosystem, leaving your business susceptible to cyber attacks, data breaches, privacy violations, and potential financial and reputational damages.
Can IoT pentesting disrupt the normal functioning of IoT devices?
IoT pentesting is conducted in a controlled manner to minimise disruption. However, there may be instances where specific tests could temporarily impact the functioning of your IoT devices. We’ll carefully manage these during the testing process.
What should I expect from an IoT pentesting report?
An IoT pentesting report should provide a detailed analysis of vulnerabilities discovered, their potential impact and any actionable recommendations for remediation. This will help your business prioritise security improvements and implement effective mitigation measures.
What are the common objectives of IoT pentesting?
The objectives of IoT pentesting include identifying security weaknesses, assessing the effectiveness of security controls, evaluating data protection measures and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Who should consider IoT pentesting?
Any business that deploys IoT devices, systems or applications should consider IoT pentesting to ensure the security and integrity of their IoT infrastructure and protect sensitive data.
How frequently should IoT pentesting be performed?
The frequency of IoT pentesting depends on various factors, such as your IoT infrastructure, the pace of technology changes and the evolving threat landscape. Regular pentesting, at least annually, is recommended.
Can IoT pentesting be performed in a production environment?
IoT pentesting is typically conducted in a dedicated testing environment that simulates the production environment. This helps minimise the risk of unintended consequences or disruptions to live IoT systems.
What types of IoT devices can be included in an IoT pentesting engagement?
IoT pentesting can cover a wide range of devices, including corporate smart devices, industrial control systems, wearable devices, medical devices, automotive systems and smart appliances.