Device & Environment Mapping
Identify the scope, device architecture, and network configuration.
IoT Penetration Testing
Secure Smart Devices at Scale.
What It Is and Why It’s Important
IoT (Internet of Things) Penetration Testing involves the security evaluation of internet-connected devices—like sensors, smart meters, medical devices, and smart building systems. These devices often lack built-in security, making them vulnerable entry points for attackers. In industrial and smart city environments common in the UAE, a compromised IoT device can lead to data leaks, system outages, or even physical damage.
This service is crucial for sectors like oil & gas, logistics, smart infrastructure, and healthcare, where IoT is deeply integrated and any breach can have serious safety and regulatory implications.
Common Mistakes or Gaps Organizations Make
- Ignoring security in IoT design and deployment phases.
- Using hardcoded credentials or default passwords in devices.
- Failing to update or patch IoT firmware.
- Overlooking the broader network impact of a compromised IoT device.
- Not segmenting IoT networks from critical operational systems.
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How Intracyber uniquely helps solve these challenges
Intracyber conducts full-stack penetration testing for IoT environments—covering hardware interfaces, firmware, mobile apps, and cloud backends. We analyze each device’s communication protocols, encryption practices, and physical access protections. Our experts simulate real-world attacks, uncovering vulnerabilities before bad actors can exploit them. We also advise on secure design principles for IoT system architects in line with UAE regulatory frameworks.
Approach or methodology we follow
Threat Modeling
Analyze attack vectors based on device function, location, and business impact.
Firmware & Hardware Testing
Reverse engineer firmware, identify vulnerabilities in code or access ports.
Communication Testing
Examine protocols like MQTT, CoAP, HTTP/S for flaws.
Cloud & App Integration Testing
Assess connected cloud services and mobile apps for leaks or weak auth.
Reporting & Remediation
Deliver comprehensive findings and mitigation strategies.
Real-world relevance or impact
One client in UAE’s energy sector uncovered critical vulnerabilities in pipeline sensors during our assessment. Timely fixes prevented a potentially catastrophic incident involving false pressure readings. This proactive testing helped them meet UAE national cybersecurity mandates and reinforced customer trust.
Tips or insights
- Always change default device credentials before deployment.
- Implement IoT-specific firewalls or micro-segmentation.
- Maintain an asset inventory and update lifecycle for all IoT devices.