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Security report for 0xbc1.io

Privacy service provided by Withheld for Privacy ehf · Finance · Iceland

Medium risk. 6 critical or high findings in Security headers, GDPR outside view and 1 other check.

Security score

66/100

Risk levelMedium

0–100, higher is better. How it is calculated

0xbc1.io is a cryptocurrency exchange platform specializing in converting electronic currencies into cash and other fiat payout methods worldwide. The service offers a broad range of payout options including bank cards, Revolut, WISE, PayPal, Zelle, Skrill, and Payoneer, targeting both individual and business customers. The platform is relatively new, established in late 2023, and positions itself as a reliable exchange with a focus on secure and convenient transactions. The website is primarily in Russian with an English version available, catering to a global audience. The presence of partner logos and Trustpilot reviews adds to its market credibility. Technically, the site is built on WordPress and leverages modern JavaScript libraries such as jQuery and Swiper.js for UI enhancements. It integrates analytics and user tracking tools including Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity, and provides live chat support via LiveChat. The domain is protected by privacy services and uses Cloudflare for DNS, ensuring good uptime and basic security. Mobile optimization and SEO practices are adequately implemented, though some accessibility features could be improved. From a security perspective, the site enforces HTTPS and has domain transfer protections in place. However, it lacks DNSSEC and visible security headers, and does not implement a cookie consent mechanism despite using tracking scripts. No direct contact emails or phone numbers are provided, which may impact user trust. The site publishes AML/KYC policies and terms of service, indicating compliance awareness. Overall, the security posture is moderate but could benefit from enhancements in headers, consent, and incident response transparency. The overall risk assessment suggests a legitimate but young business with room for maturity in security and privacy compliance. Strategic improvements in security headers, cookie consent, and clearer contact information would enhance trust and compliance. The platform's broad payout options and partner ecosystem position it well in the niche crypto exchange market.

Scanned

NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
53/ 100 · Medium
Checks completed
7of 7

NIS2 Art. 21(2)

  1. (a) Risk analysis and security policies: Not visible from outside
  2. (b) Incident handling: One indicator
  3. (c) Business continuity, backups and crisis management: Not visible from outside
  4. (d) Supply chain security: Not visible from outside
  5. (e) Secure acquisition, development and maintenance, including vulnerability handling: Partly checked
  6. (f) Assessing the effectiveness of security measures: Not visible from outside
  7. (g) Cyber hygiene and security training: Not visible from outside
  8. (h) Cryptography and encryption: Partly checked
  9. (i) HR security, access control and asset management: One indicator
  10. (j) Multi-factor authentication and secured communications: Not visible from outside

This scan rated NIS2 with an earlier keyword method that is no longer shown; rescan for the per-article view. Risk management, continuity, supply chain, training, MFA, management oversight (Art. 20) and incident reporting (Art. 23) need internal evidence, and Guard cannot tell whether NIS2 applies to this organisation.

GDPR is indicative only, based on publicly visible signals: Articles 7, 12, 13 and 32 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive. Not a certification or legal assessment.

Priority findings

6 findings rated critical or high. Fix these first.

  1. Security headers

    Security headers are instructions your web server sends to every visitor’s browser. Missing ones leave visitors more exposed to attacks such as clickjacking and injected scripts.

    • High

      Missing Strict-Transport-Security header

      Forces HTTPS connections

      What to do: Add "Strict-Transport-Security: max-age=31536000; includeSubDomains; preload"

      • CWE-319
      • OWASP A04:2025
      • ASVS V3.4.1
    • High

      Missing X-Frame-Options header

      Prevents clickjacking attacks

      What to do: Add "X-Frame-Options: DENY" or "X-Frame-Options: SAMEORIGIN"

    • High

      Missing Content-Security-Policy header

      Controls resources the browser is allowed to load

      What to do: Implement a Content-Security-Policy appropriate for your application

      • ASVS V3.4.3
      • OWASP Secure Headers: OWASP Secure Headers Project recommends Content-Security-Policy: default-src 'self'; form-action 'self'; base-uri 'self'; object-src 'none';…

  2. GDPR outside view

    These are the privacy signals visitors and data protection authorities look for under GDPR.

    • High

      No Cookie Policy found

      GDPR requires clear information about cookie usage

      What to do: Add a dedicated cookie policy explaining cookie usage and purposes

    • High

      No Cookie Consent Banner found

      GDPR requires explicit consent for non-essential cookies

      What to do: Implement a cookie consent banner that appears on first visit

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Results by check

Each check with its score, findings and the evidence it collected.

How this score is calculated

The security score runs 0–100, higher is better. It is the plain average of the security checks that completed in this scan, each counted equally. A check that could not run is left out: it counts neither as a pass nor as a fail.

Counted in this score

SSL/TLS
65
Security headers
20
Email security
85
DNS health
70
Network security
100
GDPR outside view
53
Average
66

Not counted

  • NIS2 outside view: Re-weights evidence from the TLS, email, DNS, network and hygiene checks, so counting it would count that evidence twice. Shown on its own.
  • OffSeq Observations: An AI reading of the site, useful context but not reproducible evidence. Shown on its own.

Findings that cap the score at 49

Each of these is serious on its own, so while any is present the site cannot rate better than high risk, however good the other checks are.

  • The certificate is not trusted by browsers
  • The website is not served over HTTPS
  • A database, remote desktop, file-sharing or Telnet service is reachable from the internet
  • The page loads a script from a compromised source
  • The domain registration has expired
  • SPF authorises every server to send mail as the domain

Partial scans

When the site blocks Guard or most checks cannot run, the score covers only the checks that ran (usually DNS and email), is capped at 75 and is shown as partial, without a risk level.

Risk levels

  • Critical0–25
  • High26–49
  • Medium50–75
  • Low76–100

Technical appendix

Business context, site observations and technical notes gathered during the scan, and the standards behind each reference.

Business context

Business profile

0xbc1.io operates in the competitive cryptocurrency exchange sector, focusing on fiat payout versatility and global reach. Its business model revolves around facilitating crypto-to-fiat conversions with multiple payout channels, appealing to both retail and corporate clients. The company leverages partnerships with well-known exchange monitors and review platforms to build credibility. Revenue streams likely include exchange fees and service charges. The target market includes crypto holders needing cash or electronic payment withdrawals, especially in Eastern Europe and globally. Growth indicators include recent domain registration and active partner listings. The partnership ecosystem is robust, involving multiple exchange monitoring and financial service platforms, which supports market visibility and customer trust. Strategic observations highlight the importance of enhancing compliance and security transparency to compete effectively.

Security posture

The security maturity of 0xbc1.io is moderate. The site uses HTTPS and Cloudflare DNS, which provide baseline security and availability. The domain status clientTransferProhibited adds protection against unauthorized transfers. However, the absence of DNSSEC and security headers such as Content Security Policy, HSTS, and X-Frame-Options reduces defense-in-depth. The lack of a cookie consent mechanism despite tracking scripts may expose the site to privacy compliance risks under GDPR. No incident response or abuse contact information is published, limiting transparency. The site does not expose sensitive data or use vulnerable libraries visibly. Forms collect user credentials and personal data but no explicit advanced security controls are evident. Overall, the platform should prioritize implementing security headers, cookie consent, and incident response disclosures to improve its security posture and regulatory compliance.

Recommendations

  1. Enable DNSSEC on the domain to enhance DNS security and prevent spoofing.
  2. Implement standard security headers including Content Security Policy (CSP), HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS), X-Frame-Options, and X-Content-Type-Options.
  3. Add a cookie consent banner/mechanism to comply with GDPR and inform users about tracking.
  4. Publish clear incident response and abuse contact information to improve transparency and trust.
  5. Provide direct company contact emails and phone numbers to enhance business credibility and user confidence.
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
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Description
Обменный пункт электронных валют, предоставляющий услуги обмена криптовалют на наличные и электронные платежные системы по всему миру.
Key services
Cryptocurrency to cash exchange, Payouts to bank cards, Revolut, WISE, Payouts to PayPal, Zelle, Skrill, Payoneer, Invoice and auction payments, Systematic partnership for payroll and business payments
Content quality
good
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
jQuery, Swiper.js, LiveChat, Google Tag Manager, Microsoft Clarity
Performance
moderate
Mobile
good
Accessibility
basic
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
75/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • Client transfer prohibited domain status
  • Privacy protection on WHOIS

Analytics and tracking

Services
Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
basic

Advertising

Tracking pixels
Microsoft Clarity
Marketing tools
LiveChat
Transparency
basic

Site quality

Design
good
User experience
good
Content relevance
good
Navigation
good
Professionalism
good
Trustworthiness
moderate

Key observations

  1. Website is a cryptocurrency exchange platform offering multiple fiat payout options worldwide.
  2. Content is primarily in Russian with English version available.
  3. Site uses WordPress CMS with multiple JavaScript libraries for UI and analytics.
  4. No direct contact emails or phone numbers found; contact is via form and Telegram link (no explicit Telegram username visible).
  5. Privacy policy, terms of service, and AML/KYC rules are published and accessible.
  6. No cookie consent banner detected despite use of tracking scripts.
  7. Security headers are not explicitly visible; DNSSEC not enabled.
  8. Domain uses Cloudflare nameservers but no WAF blocking detected.
  9. Partner logos and Trustpilot presence indicate some trust signals.
Technical notes

Notes

The website is built on WordPress CMS, utilizing jQuery and Swiper.js for interactive UI components. It integrates third-party services such as Google Tag Manager, Microsoft Clarity for analytics, and LiveChat for customer support. The hosting infrastructure includes Cloudflare DNS and nameservers, providing reliable DNS resolution and potential CDN benefits. Performance is moderate with good mobile optimization and SEO practices. Accessibility is basic and could be improved. The site uses multiple external fonts and scripts loaded from trusted CDNs. There is no evidence of outdated or vulnerable libraries. Technical risks include missing DNSSEC and security headers, which could be exploited in targeted attacks. Modernization opportunities include enhancing accessibility, security headers, and privacy compliance mechanisms.
Standards and sources

Reference chips under each finding point to the standard, regulation or specification the finding relates to. They are taken from the official datasets below and mapped conservatively: a finding with no defensible link shows none. NIS2 and GDPR references mark where a finding is relevant evidence, not a compliance verdict. Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2690 binds digital infrastructure and digital service providers; for other entities it is the most detailed public reading of the Article 21 measures. WCAG, EN 301 549, European Accessibility Act and Web Accessibility Directive references name the requirement an automated accessibility rule relates to; they are not a conformance verdict.

Retrieved 2026-10-25

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