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Studio Mitte Digital Media GmbH · Technology · Austria

Medium risk. 3 critical or high findings in GDPR outside view, SSL/TLS and 1 other check.

Security score

67/100

Risk levelMedium

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

Studio Mitte Digital Media GmbH is a small Austrian technology company specializing in digital solutions including web and software development, e-commerce, custom software, online marketing, and SEO services. The company positions itself as a creative and strategic partner for businesses seeking tailored digital media solutions, with a strong portfolio of regional clients and partnerships with major platforms such as Shopware and Shopify. The website is professionally designed, mobile-optimized, and accessible, reflecting a mature digital presence. Technically, the site is built on TYPO3 CMS with modern JavaScript libraries and uses Matomo for analytics, indicating a focus on privacy-conscious tracking. Security posture is generally good with HTTPS enabled and no visible vulnerabilities, but lacks explicit security headers and published security policies. WHOIS data is missing, which raises some concerns about domain registration legitimacy, though the business presence and content suggest a legitimate operation. Overall, the site scores well on content quality, technical implementation, and privacy compliance, with room for improvement in security transparency and domain registration clarity.

Scanned

NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
68/ 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

3 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.

    • 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

  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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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
95
Email security
70
DNS health
75
Network security
20
GDPR outside view
68
Average
67

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

Studio Mitte operates as a specialized digital agency serving a diverse client base primarily in Austria. Their business model revolves around providing end-to-end digital media services, from concept and strategy to design, development, and marketing. The company leverages partnerships with leading e-commerce and marketing platforms to enhance service offerings. Their portfolio includes projects for established regional brands and public sector entities, indicating a stable market position with growth potential. The presence of certifications such as BGF and Klimabündnis further supports their credibility and commitment to quality and sustainability. The company targets businesses requiring customized digital solutions, emphasizing collaboration and long-term partnerships. Their digital maturity is reflected in the use of modern CMS and analytics tools, though domain registration opacity suggests a need for improved corporate transparency.

Security posture

The website demonstrates a solid baseline security posture with mandatory HTTPS encryption and no exposed sensitive data in the HTML content. The use of Matomo analytics aligns with privacy-conscious practices. However, the absence of HTTP security headers such as Content Security Policy, HSTS, and X-Frame-Options reduces the overall security robustness. No explicit security or incident response policies are published, which could hinder incident management and user trust in case of security events. The lack of a vulnerability disclosure or security.txt file limits transparency and responsiveness to security issues. The missing WHOIS registration data is a notable concern, potentially indicating domain registration issues or privacy protection that is not documented. To enhance security posture, the company should implement recommended HTTP headers, publish security policies, and clarify domain registration details.

Recommendations

  1. Implement comprehensive HTTP security headers including CSP, HSTS, and X-Frame-Options to mitigate common web vulnerabilities.
  2. Publish a clear security policy and incident response plan on the website to improve transparency and preparedness.
  3. Add a vulnerability disclosure policy or security.txt file to facilitate responsible reporting of security issues.
  4. Verify and update WHOIS domain registration information to ensure legitimacy and build trust.
  5. Maintain regular updates and security audits of CMS and third-party libraries to prevent vulnerabilities.

Contact details published on the site

Addresses
Legal name
Studio Mitte Digital Media GmbH
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
Studio Mitte Digital Media GmbH
Description
Konzeption & Umsetzung von Web- & Softwarelösungen. Design und Implementierung von Websites, Onlineshops und Custom Software bis hin zu Online Marketing und Suchmaschinenoptimierung (SEO). All das, direkt aus der Altstadt in Linz.
Key services
Web & Software Solutions, Website Design and Implementation, Online Shops, Custom Software Development, Online Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Content quality
excellent
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
TYPO3 CMS, JavaScript, Matomo Analytics, Swiper.js
Frameworks
TYPO3 CMS
Performance
fast
Mobile
excellent
Accessibility
excellent
SEO
excellent

Security

Observed score
85/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enabled
  • No exposed sensitive data in HTML
  • No visible vulnerable libraries
  • Secure form inputs (no forms detected for sensitive data collection)

Analytics and tracking

Services
Matomo
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Tracking pixels
Matomo
Marketing tools
Mailchimp, Mollie, Brevo, Sendcloud, Cookiebot
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 no blocking or WAF challenges.
  2. Content is professional, well-structured, and business-focused.
  3. Strong presence of social media and partner links.
  4. No forms collecting sensitive personal data detected on homepage.
  5. Privacy and cookie policies are present and appear GDPR compliant.
  6. WHOIS data is missing or domain may not be registered, which is a concern for domain legitimacy.
  7. Website uses TYPO3 CMS and modern frontend technologies.
  8. Security headers not detected in provided data; recommend adding for enhanced security.
  9. No explicit security or incident response policies found on site.
Technical notes

Notes

The website is built on TYPO3 CMS, a robust and widely used open-source content management system, indicating a mature technical foundation. The frontend uses modern JavaScript libraries such as Swiper.js for interactive elements and Matomo for privacy-focused analytics. The site is well-optimized for mobile devices and accessibility, with clear semantic HTML and ARIA landmarks. Performance appears fast with efficient asset loading and minimal blocking scripts. SEO is enhanced through proper meta tags, Open Graph data, and JSON-LD structured data. No hosting provider information is explicitly detected. The technical stack supports scalability and maintainability, though security enhancements are recommended. Overall, the technical implementation supports a professional and user-friendly digital presence aligned with business goals.
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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