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Security report for best4automation.com

Best4Automation · Manufacturing · Germany

Medium risk. 4 critical or high findings in Security headers, SSL/TLS and 1 other check.

Security score

59/100

Risk levelMedium

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

Best4Automation operates as a specialized B2B marketplace focused on high-quality automation technology products, serving industrial clients such as machine builders and maintenance professionals primarily in Germany and Europe. The platform aggregates products from reputable manufacturers, offering a broad catalog with a user-friendly interface and comprehensive product information. The website demonstrates a mature digital infrastructure with modern analytics and marketing tools, including Google Analytics, Matomo, and Google Tag Manager, all integrated with GDPR-compliant cookie consent mechanisms. Security posture is solid with HTTPS enforcement and CSRF protections, though some HTTP security headers could be improved. The absence of WHOIS data reduces transparency but does not significantly detract from the site's legitimacy given its professional presentation and compliance efforts. Overall, the site is well-positioned in its niche with a strong focus on customer experience and regulatory compliance.

Scanned

NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
83/ 100 · Low
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

4 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 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. SSL/TLS

    TLS encrypts the connection and proves the site is really yours. Weak or expiring certificates trigger browser warnings and put traffic at risk.

    • High

      Weak Protocols Supported

      Server supports weak protocols: TLSv1.1

      What to do: Disable TLS 1.0, TLS 1.1, and all SSL versions

      • CWE-327
      • OWASP A04:2025
      • ASVS V12.1.1
  3. Network security

    Services reachable from the internet are the first thing attackers probe. Anything open that does not need to be should be closed.

    • High

      High-Risk Service Exposed: FTP

      Port 21 (FTP) is publicly accessible - FTP - Often unencrypted file transfer

      What to do: Consider restricting access to FTP or implementing strong authentication

      • NIS2 21(2)(e)
      • IR 2024/2690 6.7.2(f): Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2690, Annex point 6.7.2(f): Network security
      • NIST CM-7: NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 CM-7: Least Functionality
      • NIST SC-7: NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 SC-7: Boundary Protection

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  • TLS certificates and expiry
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  • Security score drift

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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
72
Security headers
30
Email security
65
DNS health
85
Network security
20
GDPR outside view
83
Average
59

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

Breach exposure

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Dark web exposure

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Total records
20
Employees
0
Customers
20
Third parties
0
Weak passwords
30%

2 subdomains affected

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Technical appendix

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

Business context

Business profile

The company targets B2B customers in the manufacturing and industrial automation sectors, leveraging partnerships with major brands like Siemens, HELUKABEL, Lapp, and others to provide a comprehensive product offering. Its business model centers on an online marketplace facilitating direct sales and project inquiries, supported by affiliate programs and EDI integration for streamlined procurement. The platform's market position is that of a trusted niche player with a medium-sized footprint, focusing on quality and service. Growth indicators include active marketing, newsletter subscriptions, and a broad product catalog. The company emphasizes cross-border delivery within the EU, enhancing its market reach. Strategic partnerships and a strong brand portfolio underpin its competitive advantage.

Security posture

The website exhibits a good security maturity level with HTTPS enforced and CSRF tokens implemented in forms, reducing common web vulnerabilities. Cookie consent and privacy policies are comprehensive and GDPR-compliant, reflecting a strong data protection culture. However, the absence of explicit security policy pages and incident response contacts limits transparency in security governance. No vulnerabilities or exposed sensitive data were detected in the analysis. The use of third-party analytics and marketing scripts is managed with user consent, mitigating privacy risks. Recommendations include adding security headers, publishing a security policy, and establishing a clear incident response contact to enhance trust and readiness.

Recommendations

  1. Implement HTTP security headers such as Content-Security-Policy, X-Frame-Options, and X-Content-Type-Options to strengthen browser security.
  2. Publish a dedicated security policy page outlining security practices and compliance commitments.
  3. Add a security.txt file to facilitate responsible vulnerability disclosure and improve incident response transparency.
  4. Enhance visibility of incident response contacts, including abuse and security email addresses.
  5. Regularly audit and update third-party scripts and libraries to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
Best4Automation
Description
Best4Automation is a B2B marketplace specializing in high-quality automation technology products including connectors, cables, power supplies, sensors, safety switches, and more. It offers a broad product range from well-known manufacturers and focuses on serving industrial customers, machine builders, and maintenance professionals.
Key services
Online sales of automation products, Product sourcing from multiple manufacturers, Project inquiries and custom requests, Affiliate partner program, EDI integration
Content quality
excellent
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
JavaScript, Google Tag Manager, Matomo Analytics, Google Analytics, HTML5, CSS3, Responsive design
Performance
moderate
Mobile
excellent
Accessibility
good
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
85/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • CSRF tokens used in forms
  • Cookie consent mechanism implemented

Analytics and tracking

Services
Google Analytics, Matomo
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Ad networks
Google Ads, DoubleClick
Tracking pixels
Matomo
Marketing tools
Matomo Analytics
Transparency
good

Site quality

Design
excellent
User experience
excellent
Content relevance
excellent
Navigation
excellent
Professionalism
excellent
Trustworthiness
high

Key observations

  1. Website is a professional B2B e-commerce platform for automation technology.
  2. Content is comprehensive, well-structured, and localized in German.
  3. Strong focus on compliance with GDPR and cookie consent.
  4. No signs of malicious or suspicious content.
  5. WHOIS data is missing or protected, which is a minor trust concern.
  6. Multiple trusted brand partnerships and product offerings.
  7. Good use of analytics and marketing tools with user consent.
  8. No visible security policy or incident response contact found.
Technical notes

Notes

The website is built on a modern e-commerce platform, likely Shopware, utilizing HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript with responsive design for excellent mobile optimization. It integrates multiple analytics and marketing tools, including Google Analytics, Matomo, and Google Tag Manager, with proper cookie consent mechanisms. Performance is moderate, with opportunities for optimization in loading speed and HTTP header configurations. Accessibility and SEO are well addressed, contributing to a positive user experience. The technical infrastructure supports a professional and scalable online marketplace, though improvements in security headers and hosting transparency could further enhance robustness.
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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