Secure Your Connected Ecosystem Against Real-World Threats
As organizations embrace digital transformation, Internet of Things (IoT) devices have become essential enablers of automation, intelligence, and efficiency. But with this growth comes risk — IoT ecosystems are now prime targets for cyberattacks. At Specialty Experts, we offer advanced IoT Penetration Testing that simulates real-world attacks to uncover vulnerabilities across your IoT infrastructure — from embedded hardware to cloud integrations. Our goal: complete, 360° protection for your connected systems.
Why IoT Security Requires Specialized Testing ?
IoT devices often lack the same security maturity as traditional IT systems. They operate with:
- Weak default settings
- Unpatched firmware
- Insecure interfaces or exposed ports
- Hardcoded passwords and outdated protocols
With many devices continuously connected to the internet — often in sensitive operational roles — any compromise could lead to data theft, downtime, privacy violations, or regulatory penalties.
Common Vulnerabilities Found in IoT Environments
Our penetration testing often reveals:
- Unchanged/default credentials
- Insecure APIs or management interfaces
- Unencrypted communication protocols
- Weak or absent data protection controls
- Unauthorized firmware or software update mechanisms
- Lack of granular access control and poor authentication models
What We Assess in IoT Penetration Testing ?
We review the full stack of the IoT architecture, including:
- Embedded hardware and firmware
- Device operating systems and software
- Communication protocols (wired/wireless)
- Web/mobile/cloud interfaces
- Access controls and password policies
- Cloud configurations and data encryption mechanisms
- Third-party integrations and backend APIs
Our Methodology: Offensive Testing with Real Impact
Our team of CREST-certified ethical hackers follows a robust testing methodology to leave no entry point unchecked:
Scoping and Planning
We collaborate with stakeholders to define test boundaries, device coverage, and objectives — including compliance or regulatory needs.
Attack Surface Mapping We analyze all touchpoints
hardware interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), radio protocols (ZigBee, BLE, Wi-Fi), firmware logic, and external APIs.
Exploitation Phase
Using hardware debugging (e.g., JTAG, reverse engineering) and software fuzzing, we identify weaknesses attackers could abuse. Vulnerabilities are classified by severity, exploitability, and business impact.
Why Your Organization Needs IoT Pen Testing ?
- Secure personal, financial, or operational data processed by IoT endpoints
- Avoid being the next victim of a large-scale IoT botnet attack
- Ensure firmware and hardware resilience against tampering
- Meet security and privacy regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, NCA ECC)
- Validate third-party IoT vendor claims and configurations
- Improve long-term cyber hygiene across connected assets
CREST-accredited testers with deep knowledge of embedded systems, firmware, and RF protocols
Offensive security approach combining manual testing with leading-edge tools
IoT-specific reporting, structured for IT, OT, and CISO-level consumption
Post-test advisory including patch management, architecture hardening, and secure development guidance