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Security report for klarna.de

Klarna · Finance · Germany

Medium risk. 7 critical or high findings in Security headers, GDPR outside view and 1 other check.

Security score

73/100

Risk levelMedium

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

Klarna is a leading fintech company specializing in flexible payment solutions and buyer protection services, primarily targeting consumers and merchants in Germany and other international markets. The website showcases Klarna's diverse payment options, including immediate payment, deferred payment, installment plans, and credit card services, supported by a well-designed and user-friendly digital platform. The company positions itself strongly in the e-commerce and finance sectors, emphasizing convenience, security, and cashback benefits to enhance customer experience. Technically, the website employs modern web technologies such as React and Emotion for styling, integrates multiple third-party analytics and advertising services including Google Analytics and Google Ads, and enforces HTTPS with robust security headers. The site is optimized for mobile devices and accessibility, providing a fast and seamless user experience. Privacy and cookie policies are present and indicate GDPR compliance, although explicit contact information for privacy or security inquiries is not readily available. From a security perspective, Klarna demonstrates a mature posture with HTTPS enforcement, security headers, and no visible vulnerabilities or exposed sensitive data. However, the absence of a public security policy, incident response details, or vulnerability disclosure program suggests areas for improvement in transparency and security communication. The WHOIS data is unavailable, which raises minor concerns but is not uncommon for large fintech firms using privacy services. Overall, the domain and website appear legitimate and trustworthy based on branding, content quality, and external trust indicators. Strategically, Klarna should consider enhancing its security and privacy transparency by publishing dedicated policies and contact channels, and possibly implementing a vulnerability disclosure program. These steps would strengthen user trust and compliance posture. Continued investment in technical modernization and user experience will support Klarna's market leadership and growth in the competitive fintech landscape.

Scanned

NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
35/ 100 · High
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

7 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"

    • 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 Privacy Policy found

      GDPR requires a clear and accessible privacy policy

      What to do: Add a comprehensive privacy policy page and link to it prominently

    • 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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  • 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
82
Security headers
50
Email security
87
DNS health
85
Network security
100
GDPR outside view
35
Average
73

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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Leaked records that mention klarna.de, from OffSeq Breach.

Total records
2
Employees
0
Customers
2
Third parties
0
Weak passwords
100%

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

Klarna operates as a major player in the fintech and e-commerce payment space, offering flexible payment methods that cater to a broad consumer base. Its business model revolves around providing payment solutions that integrate seamlessly with online and in-store shopping, supported by a proprietary app and credit card product. Klarna's revenue streams likely include merchant fees, interest from financing products, and partnerships with retailers. The company targets both consumers seeking flexible payment options and merchants aiming to increase conversion rates. The presence of cashback offers and extensive partner networks indicates a strong ecosystem approach. Klarna's market position is robust, supported by high user satisfaction and widespread brand recognition. The company leverages partnerships with major retailers such as IKEA, Zalando, and Samsung to expand its footprint. Growth indicators include continuous product innovation and geographic expansion. Klarna's operations reflect a sophisticated fintech infrastructure with a focus on user-centric financial services.

Security posture

Klarna's website demonstrates a high level of security maturity, with HTTPS enforced and multiple security headers implemented to protect users from common web threats. The absence of exposed sensitive data and use of secure forms indicate adherence to best practices. However, the lack of publicly available security policies, incident response procedures, and vulnerability disclosure mechanisms suggests gaps in transparency and formal security communication. Compliance with GDPR is indicated through privacy and cookie policies, but explicit data protection officer contact details are not found. The use of third-party analytics and advertising services introduces potential privacy risks, mitigated by consent mechanisms. Overall, Klarna maintains a secure environment for its users but could enhance its security posture by publishing detailed security governance documents and establishing clear channels for security incident reporting.

Recommendations

  1. Publish a dedicated security policy and incident response plan on the website to improve transparency.
  2. Implement and publicize a vulnerability disclosure program or security.txt file to encourage responsible reporting.
  3. Enhance visibility of contact information for privacy and security inquiries, including data protection officer details.
  4. Regularly audit third-party scripts and tracking services to ensure compliance with privacy regulations and minimize data exposure.
  5. Continue investing in mobile optimization and accessibility to maintain excellent user experience across devices.
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
Klarna
Description
Klarna offers flexible payment methods allowing customers to decide how and when to pay, including immediate payment, payment within 30 days, interest-free installments, and financing options. It provides buyer protection and cashback benefits.
Key services
Flexible payment methods, Buyer protection, Klarna App for shopping and finance management, Klarna Card (credit card), Cashback and deals
Content quality
excellent
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
React, Emotion CSS-in-JS, SVG graphics, HTTPS, Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics, Google Ads, DoubleClick, CookieLaw.org scripts
Frameworks
React
Performance
fast
Mobile
excellent
Accessibility
good
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
90/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • Secure cookies
  • No exposed sensitive data in HTML
  • Use of security headers

Analytics and tracking

Services
Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager
Tracking level
extensive
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Ad networks
Google Ads, DoubleClick
Marketing tools
Google Ads
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 no blocking detected.
  2. Strong brand presence with consistent design and messaging.
  3. Multiple payment and shopping related services promoted.
  4. No direct contact emails or phone numbers found on main page.
  5. WHOIS data unavailable, limiting domain registration verification.
  6. Use of modern web technologies and security best practices.
  7. Privacy and cookie policies present and GDPR compliant.
  8. Trustpilot reviews embedded showing positive user feedback.
  9. Extensive use of third-party analytics and advertising services.
Technical notes

Notes

The website is built using modern frontend technologies including React and Emotion CSS-in-JS, ensuring a responsive and visually appealing user interface. It leverages SVG graphics for crisp visuals and integrates multiple third-party services for analytics and advertising, such as Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and DoubleClick. The site is served over HTTPS with strong security headers, indicating a secure hosting environment. Performance appears optimized with preloading of fonts and images, and mobile responsiveness is excellent. No CMS is explicitly detected, suggesting a custom or proprietary platform. Hosting provider details are not evident from the HTML content. Overall, the technical infrastructure supports a fast, secure, and user-friendly experience, though continuous monitoring of third-party dependencies is recommended to mitigate potential risks.
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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