When a device becomes smarter, it also becomes more vulnerable. That’s the reality facing manufacturers today as embedded systems and connected technologies move from novelty to necessity. From wearable medical devices and autonomous vehicles to smart factories and energy infrastructure, the hardware powering modern life now connects to vast networks—and with that connection comes risk. For companies bringing these products to market, the pressure to get security right is no longer optional; it’s operational.
That shift has elevated a small number of highly specialised firms into essential roles. Among them, Exploit Security has emerged as a recognized authority. Known for its technical depth and hands-on engagement, the Sydney-based cybersecurity company is now one of the most respected names in IoT and embedded systems penetration testing across the Asia-Pacific region.
Recently, the company received renewed international recognition for its work, being named Best Security Penetration Testing Services in Sydney by the Worldwide Certified Business Review Board—its third consecutive win. The award reflects not just technical proficiency but a pattern of client satisfaction and industry leadership in one of cybersecurity’s most challenging domains.
Exploit Security’s rise has mirrored the evolution of the products they protect. Their services go beyond surface-level vulnerability scanning. At the core of each engagement is a tailored, end-to-end penetration test that often begins at the silicon level. Devices are disassembled, firmware is reverse-engineered, and communication protocols are intercepted and tested for weaknesses. That could mean probing a wearable’s Bluetooth stack, examining UART ports on industrial controllers, or stress-testing a device’s cloud API for data exposure.
The firm’s work spans the full attack surface of a modern connected product. Their assessments routinely involve hardware interface testing, firmware analysis, radio frequency (RF) protocol attacks, and backend system security reviews. Clients, many of whom are shipping safety-critical or regulated devices, turn to Exploit to find vulnerabilities that traditional IT-focused providers are not equipped to handle.
For an engineering team preparing a connected medical device for market, one review captured the outcome clearly:
“The assessment went deeper than we expected—into areas we hadn’t even considered. That depth gave us confidence before shipping.”
That confidence doesn’t come from automated reports; it’s built through close, often collaborative work with development teams, where Exploit Security’s role is not just to identify weaknesses but to guide remediation. Their reports are known for being technically rich, yet actionable, enabling engineers to address core issues without getting lost in theory.
One long-standing partner reflected on the clarity and precision that defines the company’s approach:
“Trade craft and knowledge are second to none, and the outcomes for customers have been a revelation. Coupled with excellent support and timely delivery, working with Exploit has been a very positive experience for the business and our clients.”
As cyberattacks grow more advanced and hardware becomes a more common target, organisations are increasingly seeking assurance that their devices can stand up to the real-world tactics used by attackers. Exploit Security simulates these tactics with realism and restraint, offering clients a clear view of their true risk exposure.
In the last year, their radio testing capabilities have drawn particular attention. Many devices rely on proprietary RF protocols or short-range communication stacks like BLE, Zigbee, or sub-GHz bands—areas where security gaps are easily overlooked during development. Exploit Security tests these systems using both custom-built tooling and adversarial techniques, exposing vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to intercept data, hijack sessions, or manipulate device behaviour in the field.
That technical expertise is complemented by the company’s ongoing investment in capability building. Their Capture the Flag (CTF) platform, an in-house simulation environment, offers clients and partners a chance to practice embedded and hardware hacking in a safe, gamified format. For many teams, it’s the first time they’ve had hands-on exposure to the kinds of threats they’re tasked with defending against.
A product security lead at a large electronics firm described the platform’s effect:
“The CTF gave our team hands-on knowledge we couldn’t get from training videos or documentation. It brought the risks to life.”
The award Exploit Security received this year is not tied to a single contract win or public disclosure. Rather, it r
eflects a steady track record of delivering high-impact security assessments across sectors where failure is more than reputational; it’s operational, financial, and at times, physical. As regulatory requirements tighten and buyer scrutiny increases, companies are no longer treating security as an afterthought. In this environment, Exploit Security’s value is both strategic and immediate.
One client, who leads embedded development at a medical robotics firm, summarised the partnership this way:
“Exploit didn’t just point out flaws. They made us better engineers. Their work has become a checkpoint in how we build.”
Looking ahead, the demand for embedded security expertise shows no sign of slowing. Exploit Security enters 2026 with a growing client base, a sharp focus on the evolving attack landscape, and a methodology refined through years of fieldwork. They continue to avoid scale-for-scale’s-sake growth, instead prioritising deep engagements with teams who understand what’s at stake.
To learn more about Exploit Security and its work in embedded and IoT penetration testing, visit www.exploitsecurity.io
