IoT Penetration Testing

Your connected devices are talking. It takes more than a scanner to hear what they say. We open the case.

IoT Devices Expand Your Attack Surface

Comprehensive IoT Pentesting

Firmware Analysis & Reverse Engineering

Firmware is the brain of every IoT device, and it’s where critical vulnerabilities hide. We extract firmware through hardware interfaces or publicly available update files, then perform deep static and dynamic analysis. Raxis engineers hunt for hardcoded credentials, insecure cryptographic implementations, outdated libraries, backdoor accounts, and weak update mechanisms that could allow attackers to persist across reboots and patches.

Why Raxis for IoT Penetration Testing

Automated scanners can’t disassemble a circuit board. Raxis engineers combine hands-on hardware expertise with AI-enhanced analysis to uncover vulnerabilities that tools alone will never find.

Processor chip on circuit board graphic

Battle-tested methodology

Guided by the MITRE ATT&CK framework and grounded in NIST 800-115, our approach reflects how real adversaries target connected devices, not how textbooks say they should.

Clear, actionable reporting

No 200-page scan dumps. Real skill leaves evidence: prioritized findings with proof-of-concept demonstrations, attack storyboards, and remediation steps your engineering team can act on immediately.

U.S.-based team, elite certifications

Our engineers hold OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, CISSP, and other industry-recognized certifications. Every test is performed by career penetration testers, not junior analysts running scripts.

Industries We Protect

IoT security challenges vary dramatically by sector. Raxis brings specialized expertise to the industries where connected devices carry the highest stakes.

Energy and Utilities

How Raxis IoT Penetration Testing Works

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Scoping & Threat Modeling

We define target devices, infrastructure, and objectives with your team. Raxis builds a custom threat model based on your device architecture and deployment environment so testing mirrors the attack scenarios that actually matter to your business.

02

Reconnaissance & Device Profiling

Our engineers map your device ecosystem, communication protocols, chipset architectures, firmware versions, and cloud dependencies, through OSINT, documentation review, and hands-on examination. Full intelligence before a single exploit is attempted.

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Hands-On Testing & Exploitation

This is where Raxis earns its reputation. We physically probe hardware interfaces, extract and reverse engineer firmware, intercept wireless traffic, and attack cloud and API integrations. Every vulnerability is validated with proof-of-concept exploitation, not theoretical risk ratings.

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Pivoting & Impact Demonstration

A compromised device is just the beginning. Raxis demonstrates what an attacker can actually achieve, lateral movement into enterprise networks, data exfiltration, command injection, or persistent backdoor access. Our signature storyboard walkthroughs show the full attack chain.

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Reporting & Remediation Guidance

Detailed findings delivered through the Raxis One portal, prioritized by risk, backed by proof-of-concept screenshots, and paired with step-by-step remediation steps. We debrief with your engineering and security teams so every finding is understood and actionable.

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Remediation Retesting

After your team implements fixes, Raxis retests to verify vulnerabilities have been properly closed, not just patched on paper. You get confirmation that the job is done right.

IoT Security Standards & Compliance

Raxis IoT penetration testing supports compliance with evolving device security regulations and standards.

OWASP IoT Top 10

The baseline framework for identifying the most critical IoT security risks

NIST IR 8259

Core cybersecurity requirements for IoT device manufacturers

ETSI EN 303 645

European standard for consumer IoT device security

FDA Premarket Cybersecurity Guidance

For connected medical devices entering the U.S. market

IEC 62443

Security requirements for industrial automation and control systems

IoT Cybersecurity Improvement Act

Minimum security standards for IoT devices used by federal agencies

FAQ: IoT Testing

What types of IoT devices can Raxis test?

Virtually any connected device, smart home products, industrial sensors, medical devices, wearables, automotive components, smart meters, embedded controllers, and custom hardware. If it has a processor and a communication interface, we can test it.

How is IoT penetration testing different from a standard network pentest?

IoT penetration testing spans multiple layers that a traditional network test doesn't touch: physical hardware, firmware, wireless protocols, embedded operating systems, and device-to-cloud communication. It requires specialized tools, lab environments, and hands-on expertise that go well beyond scanning IP addresses.

Do I need to send physical devices to Raxis?

It depends on the scope. Hardware-level testing typically requires physical access to the device, which can be shipped to our lab or tested on-site using our Raxis Transporter. Cloud, API, and network-layer testing can often be performed remotely.

How long does an IoT penetration test take?

Timelines vary based on device complexity and scope. A single consumer IoT device typically takes 1–2 weeks. Complex multi-device ecosystems with firmware analysis, wireless testing, and cloud integration reviews may take 3–4 weeks. We'll provide a clear timeline during scoping.

Can Raxis test devices before they go to market?

Absolutely. Pre-release IoT penetration testing is one of our most valuable service offerings. Identifying and fixing vulnerabilities before launch is dramatically cheaper, and less damaging to your brand, than addressing them after deployment.

What’s the difference between IoT and OT penetration testing?

IoT testing focuses on connected devices, their firmware, wireless communications, and cloud integrations. OT penetration testing targets industrial control systems like SCADA, PLCs, RTUs, and DCS environments used in critical infrastructure. Raxis offers both as specialized service lines.

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