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Security report for vector.de

Vector Informatik GmbH · Technology · Germany

Low risk. 2 critical or high findings in SSL/TLS.

Security score

81/100

Risk levelLow

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

Vector Informatik GmbH is a well-established technology company specializing in software tools, software components, and engineering services for networking electronic systems in the automotive sector and related industries. The company operates internationally with multiple subsidiaries and offices across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, reflecting a strong market presence and a B2B business model focused on automotive and transportation sectors. Their website is professionally designed, content-rich, and localized in multiple languages, targeting automotive industry professionals and partners. Technically, the website is built on the TYPO3 CMS platform, integrating modern technologies such as Google Tag Manager, Google Maps API, and OneTrust for cookie consent management. The site demonstrates good performance, mobile optimization, and accessibility features, indicating a mature digital infrastructure. The presence of comprehensive metadata, Open Graph tags, and SEO best practices further enhance its online visibility. From a security perspective, the site enforces HTTPS, employs multiple security headers, and integrates GDPR-compliant cookie consent mechanisms. No critical vulnerabilities or exposed sensitive data were detected. However, the absence of a publicly available security policy or incident response contact information suggests areas for improvement in transparency and readiness. The WHOIS data for the domain is unavailable, which is unusual but does not detract significantly from the site's legitimacy given the professional presentation and extensive contact information. Overall, Vector Informatik GmbH's website reflects a high level of professionalism, technical maturity, and compliance with privacy regulations, supporting its position as a trusted provider in the automotive software industry. Strategic recommendations include publishing explicit security policies, incident response contacts, and vulnerability disclosure information to further enhance trust and security posture.

Scanned

NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
88/ 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. 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
    • High

      SSL Certificate Expires Soon

      SSL certificate expires in 14 days

      What to do: Renew SSL certificate before expiration

      • NIS2 21(2)(h)
      • IR 2024/2690 9.2(c): Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2690, Annex point 9.2(c): Cryptography
      • NIST SC-17: NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 SC-17: Public Key Infrastructure Certificates

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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
62
Security headers
60
Email security
85
DNS health
90
Network security
100
GDPR outside view
88
Average
81

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

Vector Informatik GmbH holds a strong position in the automotive software tools and engineering services market, serving a global clientele with specialized products for electronic system networking (CAN, FlexRay, LIN, MOST, Ethernet). Their business model is focused on B2B engagements, providing software and consulting services to automotive manufacturers and suppliers. The company benefits from a broad international footprint with subsidiaries in Austria, Brazil, China, France, the UK, Spain, and India, enabling localized support and sales. Revenue streams likely include software licensing, engineering services, training (VectorAcademy), and support contracts. The company leverages partnerships and maintains a comprehensive support infrastructure, indicating a mature operational ecosystem. Growth indicators include multilingual content, active marketing tools, and a professional digital presence. The company’s strategic focus on compliance and privacy aligns with regulatory demands in their markets.

Security posture

The website demonstrates a solid security posture with enforced HTTPS, use of security headers such as Content-Security-Policy, Strict-Transport-Security, and X-Frame-Options, and integration of a GDPR-compliant cookie consent mechanism via OneTrust. No signs of exposed credentials, vulnerable libraries, or insecure forms were found. However, the absence of a dedicated security policy page, incident response contact details, or a vulnerability disclosure program limits transparency and may impact incident readiness. The WHOIS data is missing, which could be a concern for domain legitimacy verification but is mitigated by the professional nature of the site and company. Overall, the security maturity is good but could be enhanced by publishing explicit security governance documents and contact channels for security incidents.

Recommendations

  1. Publish a dedicated security policy page outlining security governance and practices.
  2. Provide clear incident response contact information, including security@ or abuse@ email addresses.
  3. Implement and publicize a vulnerability disclosure or security.txt file to encourage responsible reporting.
  4. Maintain and regularly update WHOIS information to improve domain transparency and trust.
  5. Enhance user trust by showcasing certifications or compliance attestations related to security and privacy.

Contact details published on the site

Addresses
Legal name
Vector Informatik GmbH
VAT number
GB 941 2528 36
Registration number
06699692
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
Vector Informatik GmbH
Description
Software-Tools, Softwarekomponenten und Ingenieurdienstleistungen zur Vernetzung elektronischer Systeme (CAN, FlexRay, LIN, MOST, Ethernet u.a.) im Automobil und in verwandten Branchen.
Key services
Software-Tools, Softwarekomponenten, Ingenieurdienstleistungen
Content quality
excellent
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
TYPO3 CMS, Google Tag Manager, Google Maps API, OneTrust Cookie Consent, SlimSelect, JavaScript ES6 modules
Frameworks
TYPO3
Performance
moderate
Mobile
good
Accessibility
good
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
85/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • Cookie consent mechanism
  • No exposed sensitive data in HTML
  • Use of security headers

Analytics and tracking

Services
Google Analytics (via GTM), eTracker
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Tracking pixels
eTracker
Marketing tools
OneTrust Cookie Consent
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 in German language.
  2. Multiple international subsidiaries and contact points listed.
  3. Strong compliance with GDPR and cookie consent regulations.
  4. Use of modern CMS TYPO3 and integration of Google services.
  5. No signs of malicious or suspicious content.
  6. WHOIS data unavailable, which is unusual for a .com domain.
Technical notes

Notes

The website is built on TYPO3 CMS, a robust and widely used content management system, ensuring scalability and maintainability. Integration with Google Tag Manager and Google Maps API indicates advanced tracking and location services capabilities. The use of OneTrust for cookie consent reflects compliance with privacy regulations. The site loads multiple JavaScript chunks for modular functionality, suggesting a modern front-end architecture. Performance is moderate with good mobile optimization and accessibility features. Technical debt appears low, but hosting provider details are not explicitly identified. Opportunities exist to improve technical documentation and security transparency. Overall, the technical infrastructure supports a professional and user-friendly experience 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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