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E&S Group · Finance · Malta

High risk. 8 critical or high findings in GDPR outside view, SSL/TLS and 2 other checks.

Security score

39/100

Risk levelHigh

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

E&S Group is a Malta-based professional services firm specializing in corporate, tax, advisory, and regulatory services. Established in 2016, the company serves individuals and businesses both locally and internationally, offering a wide range of services including company formation, tax advisory, gaming licenses, residency and citizenship programs, and blockchain consultancy. The firm positions itself as a trusted partner in the financial and legal sectors, leveraging a strong digital presence and comprehensive service portfolio. Technically, the website is built on WordPress using the Salient theme and WPBakery Page Builder, enhanced with performance optimization tools like WP Rocket. It employs modern web technologies including jQuery, Revolution Slider, and integrates multiple marketing and analytics tools such as Google Tag Manager, Facebook Pixel, and LinkedIn Insight Tag. The site is well-optimized for mobile devices, fast loading, and accessible, with structured data for SEO. From a security perspective, the site enforces HTTPS, uses security headers, and employs best practices like lazy loading and script deferral. No critical vulnerabilities or exposed sensitive data were detected. Privacy and cookie policies are present and GDPR compliant, with clear contact information available. The domain registration details are consistent with the business claims, enhancing trustworthiness. Overall, E&S Group's website demonstrates a high level of professionalism, technical maturity, and security awareness, making it a reliable platform for its target audience. Strategic recommendations include enhancing CSP implementation, adding explicit incident response contacts, and maintaining regular security updates.

Scanned

NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
55/ 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

8 findings rated critical or high. Fix these first.

  1. GDPR outside view

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

    • Critical

      No HTTPS encryption

      GDPR requires appropriate security measures for personal data

      What to do: Implement SSL/TLS certificate for HTTPS

  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.

    • Critical

      No HTTPS Encryption

      Website does not use HTTPS encryption, making all data transmission vulnerable to interception

      What to do: Implement SSL/TLS certificate and redirect all HTTP traffic to HTTPS

  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.

    • Critical

      Critical Service Exposed: PostgreSQL

      Port 5432 (PostgreSQL) is publicly accessible - PostgreSQL - Database server

      What to do: Immediately restrict access to PostgreSQL using firewall or VPN

      • 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

  4. 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"

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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
0
Security headers
15
Email security
80
DNS health
85
Network security
0
GDPR outside view
55
Average
39

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 · found on this site
  • 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

E&S Group operates in the finance and legal services sector, focusing on Malta and international markets. Their competitive advantage lies in a broad service offering that spans corporate services, tax advisory, gaming, blockchain, and residency programs. The business model is service-oriented, targeting corporate clients, expatriates, and investors. Revenue streams likely include consultancy fees, corporate service packages, and specialized advisory services. The company maintains a strong partnership ecosystem evidenced by social media and industry memberships. Growth indicators include diverse service lines and active content marketing. Operationally, the firm leverages digital tools for client engagement and marketing, indicating a modern approach to service delivery.

Security posture

The website exhibits a mature security posture with enforced HTTPS, presence of security headers, and use of security-focused plugins. No critical vulnerabilities or sensitive data exposures were found. The site uses Content-Security-Policy with fallback mechanisms to handle CSP issues. However, explicit incident response and vulnerability disclosure mechanisms are absent, representing a compliance gap. Data protection practices align with GDPR, supported by comprehensive privacy and cookie policies. The use of third-party analytics and marketing tools is balanced with privacy considerations. Overall, the security culture appears proactive but could benefit from formalized incident response channels.

Recommendations

  1. Implement a comprehensive and strict Content-Security-Policy header and regularly test for CSP violations.
  2. Publish a security.txt file or equivalent vulnerability disclosure policy to facilitate responsible reporting.
  3. Add explicit incident response contact information (e.g., security@ or abuse@ email addresses) on the website.
  4. Maintain up-to-date versions of all plugins, themes, and core software to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
  5. Consider multi-factor authentication for administrative access to enhance security posture.

Contact details published on the site

Addresses
Legal name
E&S Group
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
E&S Group
Description
E&S Group offer a full array of legal, corporate, tax services to individuals and businesses in Malta & internationally.
Key services
Corporate Services, Tax & Advisory, Gaming, Business Advisory, Shipping, Aviation, Bank Accounts, Blockchain & Crypto, Residency & Citizenship, Back Office Services
Content quality
excellent
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
WordPress, PHP, jQuery, Revolution Slider, WP Rocket, Contact Form 7, Google Tag Manager, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, AWS CDN (cdn.ellulschranz.com)
Frameworks
WPBakery Page Builder, Salient Theme
Platforms
WordPress
Performance
fast
Mobile
excellent
Accessibility
good
SEO
excellent

Security

Observed score
85/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • Use of CSP (with fallback)
  • Lazy loading of scripts and images
  • Use of security plugins (e.g., WP Rocket for optimization)

Analytics and tracking

Services
Google Tag Manager, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, ActiveCampaign, Alexa Certify
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Tracking pixels
Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, Alexa Certify
Marketing tools
ActiveCampaign
Transparency
good

Site quality

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

Key observations

  1. Website is professionally designed and well-structured
  2. Comprehensive service offerings in corporate, tax, gaming, and advisory sectors
  3. Strong presence of social media and marketing tools
  4. Good privacy and cookie policies with consent mechanisms
  5. No critical security issues detected
  6. Use of modern technologies and performance optimization plugins
  7. Accessible and mobile-optimized design
Technical notes

Notes

The website is built on a robust WordPress platform using the Salient theme and WPBakery Page Builder, ensuring flexibility and ease of content management. Performance is optimized through WP Rocket, lazy loading, and CDN usage (cdn.ellulschranz.com). The tech stack includes modern JavaScript libraries and marketing integrations, supporting a rich user experience. The site is fully responsive and accessible, with structured data enhancing SEO. Technical risks are minimal, primarily related to ensuring continuous updates and monitoring of third-party components. The infrastructure supports scalability and efficient content delivery, suitable for a medium-sized professional services firm.
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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