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Security report for factorialhr.co.uk

Factorial UK · Technology · United Kingdom

Medium risk. 5 critical or high findings in Security headers, GDPR outside view and 2 other checks.

Security score

72/100

Risk levelMedium

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

Factorial UK operates a comprehensive all-in-one human resources software platform designed to automate and streamline HR, finance, and operational processes for businesses of various sizes, primarily targeting small to medium enterprises and growing companies. The company positions itself as a market leader with over 12,000 companies using its platform daily, supported by strong customer testimonials and industry recognition such as G2's Top 50 HR Products of 2023. The platform offers modular, customizable solutions including time management, talent management, payroll, finance, and document management, accessible via web and mobile applications. Technically, the website leverages modern frameworks like React and Next.js, integrates with marketing and analytics tools such as Google Tag Manager, HubSpot, and Visual Website Optimizer, and employs a robust content management system (DatoCMS). The site demonstrates excellent performance, mobile optimization, and SEO practices. Security-wise, the platform enforces HTTPS, displays relevant certifications (ISO 27001, AICPA SOC), and implements cookie consent mechanisms, reflecting a mature security posture. No critical vulnerabilities or blocking mechanisms were detected, indicating reliable accessibility and trustworthiness. Overall, Factorial UK presents a professional, secure, and user-friendly digital presence aligned with its business objectives and compliance requirements.

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NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
85/ 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

5 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 X-Frame-Options header

      Prevents clickjacking attacks

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

  2. GDPR outside view

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

    • 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

  3. Email security

    SPF, DKIM and DMARC stop others sending email that looks like it comes from your domain, a common route to phishing and invoice fraud.

    • High

      No SPF record found

      SPF helps prevent email spoofing

      What to do: Add SPF record: "v=spf1 include:_spf.yourmailprovider.com ~all"

    • High

      No DMARC record found

      DMARC provides email authentication and reporting

      What to do: Add DMARC record: "v=DMARC1; p=none; rua=mailto:dmarc@yourdomain.com"

  4. 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

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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
77
Security headers
55
Email security
45
DNS health
70
Network security
100
GDPR outside view
85
Average
72

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

Factorial UK is positioned as an essential player in the HR technology sector, offering a SaaS-based modular HR platform that caters to a broad range of industries including manufacturing, hospitality, finance, technology, healthcare, real estate, and retail. The company emphasizes flexibility with customizable bundles and monthly subscriptions, appealing to diverse business needs. Its competitive advantages include a strong brand reputation, extensive customer base, and comprehensive service offerings that cover the entire HR lifecycle. The business model focuses on recurring revenue through subscriptions, supported by a robust partner ecosystem including career and innovation labs sites. Growth indicators are positive, with active marketing, customer engagement, and continuous product development. The company maintains a consistent brand image and leverages multiple digital channels for outreach and support.

Security posture

The security posture of Factorial UK is robust, with enforced HTTPS and presence of key security headers such as Content-Security-Policy, X-Frame-Options, and Strict-Transport-Security. The website prominently displays internationally recognized certifications including ISO IEC 27001 and AICPA SOC, indicating adherence to high standards of information security management. Cookie consent mechanisms are implemented, supporting GDPR compliance. No exposed sensitive data or vulnerable libraries were detected in the analyzed content. However, the absence of a publicly disclosed incident response policy or vulnerability disclosure program suggests areas for improvement in transparency and readiness. Overall, the platform demonstrates a mature security culture with strong foundational controls but could enhance its incident response communication.

Recommendations

  1. Publish a clear incident response policy and provide dedicated contact channels for security incidents to improve transparency and trust.
  2. Implement and publicize a vulnerability disclosure program or security.txt file to encourage responsible reporting and enhance security posture.
  3. Regularly audit and update third-party scripts and libraries to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
  4. Enhance accessibility features to ensure compliance with standards and improve user experience for all users.
  5. Maintain and update security certifications and communicate security practices clearly to users and stakeholders.
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
Factorial UK
Description
Factorial is all-in-one hr software. It digitizes and automates HR, finance, and operations management. It centralizes processes, saves time, and optimizes the business.
Key services
Time management, Talent management, Payroll, Finance, Document management, Performance management, Expense management, Integrations
Content quality
excellent
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
React, Next.js, JavaScript, Lottie animations, Google Tag Manager, HubSpot, Visual Website Optimizer (VWO)
Frameworks
Next.js, React
Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
Performance
fast
Mobile
excellent
Accessibility
good
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
90/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • Security certifications displayed
  • Cookie consent mechanism implemented
  • No exposed sensitive data in HTML

Analytics and tracking

Services
Google Analytics, HubSpot Analytics, Visual Website Optimizer
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Tracking pixels
HubSpot, Visual Website Optimizer
Marketing tools
HubSpot, VWO
Transparency
good

Site quality

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

Key observations

  1. Website is fully accessible with rich content and interactive elements.
  2. Strong brand presence with consistent logos and social media links.
  3. Comprehensive HR software offerings with detailed product and solution descriptions.
  4. Multiple customer testimonials and trust signals present.
  5. Use of modern web technologies and performance optimizations.
  6. Good privacy and cookie policies with consent mechanisms.
  7. Security certifications prominently displayed.
  8. No signs of blocking or WAF challenges.
Technical notes

Notes

The website is built on a modern technology stack including React and Next.js, ensuring server-side rendering and optimized performance. It uses DatoCMS for content management, enabling flexible and scalable content delivery. The site integrates with multiple analytics and marketing tools such as Google Tag Manager, HubSpot, and Visual Website Optimizer, supporting data-driven marketing and user experience optimization. Performance is optimized with preloading, responsive images, and efficient script loading. Mobile optimization is excellent, with responsive design and adaptive content. The technical implementation reflects a high level of digital maturity with attention to performance, SEO, and user experience. Opportunities exist to further enhance technical robustness by improving accessibility and expanding security-related features.
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

Earlier scans of this domain

  1. 75/100Medium23 findingsView report
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