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Security report for ukpowernetworks.co.uk

Low risk. 2 critical or high findings in GDPR outside view and SSL/TLS.

Security score

84/100

Risk levelLow

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

Scanned

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

2 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

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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
80
Email security
75
DNS health
80
Network security
100
GDPR outside view
85
Average
84

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

UK Power Networks holds a strong market position as a regional electricity distribution operator in the UK, serving a large customer base across multiple regions. Their business model focuses on infrastructure management, customer connections, and facilitating the adoption of low carbon technologies. Revenue streams likely include connection fees, maintenance contracts, and regulatory incentives. The company targets residential, commercial, and public sector customers, with specialized services for vulnerable customers via the Priority Services Register. Partnerships with other regional distributors and national grid operators enhance their operational capabilities. The company shows growth orientation through innovation initiatives and community engagement. Their digital presence supports customer service excellence and regulatory compliance.

Security posture

The website exhibits a strong security posture with enforced HTTPS, comprehensive security headers, and no visible exposure of sensitive information. The use of modern frameworks and secure third-party integrations further strengthens their security. However, the absence of a publicly visible security policy or incident response contact details limits transparency. There is no evidence of a vulnerability disclosure program or security.txt file, which could be improved to enhance trust and responsiveness. Data protection practices align with GDPR requirements, and privacy policies are clearly stated. Overall, the security maturity is high, but there is room for improvement in public security governance communication.

Recommendations

  1. Publish a dedicated security policy page outlining security practices and incident response procedures.
  2. Implement and publicize a vulnerability disclosure program or security.txt file to encourage responsible reporting.
  3. Enhance visibility of data protection officer or privacy contact information to improve compliance transparency.
  4. Regularly audit and update third-party scripts and libraries to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
  5. Continue investing in accessibility and privacy compliance to maintain high standards and customer trust.

Contact details published on the site

Addresses
Legal name
UK Power Networks (Operations) Limited
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
UK Power Networks
Description
UK Power Networks owns and maintains electricity cables and lines across London, the South East and East of England. They are a key enabler of the Net Zero transition, working with local councils and customers to support low carbon technologies.
Key services
Power cuts reporting and updates, Electricity connections (new and existing), Support for low carbon technologies (EV chargers, solar, heat pumps), Priority Services Register for vulnerable customers
Content quality
good
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
React, Next.js, Google Maps API, ReciteMe (accessibility), Queue-it (traffic management), Trustpilot widget
Frameworks
Next.js
Performance
moderate
Mobile
good
Accessibility
good
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
90/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • Security headers present
  • No exposed sensitive data in HTML
  • Use of secure cookies and scripts

Analytics and tracking

Services
mPulse
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Tracking pixels
mPulse (s.go-mpulse.net)
Marketing tools
Trustpilot, Queue-it
Transparency
good

Site quality

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

Key observations

  1. Website is fully accessible with no blocking or WAF challenges.
  2. Comprehensive information on power cuts, connections, and customer support.
  3. Strong emphasis on accessibility and customer support including Priority Services Register.
  4. Use of modern web technologies and integration with third-party services for analytics and customer feedback.
  5. Clear contact information and multiple communication channels.
  6. Good security posture with HTTPS and security headers.
  7. No visible security or privacy compliance issues.
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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