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IOActive

Elite boutique security consultancy specializing in IoT, SCADA/ICS, embedded systems, and hardware security research with world-renowned researchers.

About

IOActive is a boutique cybersecurity consultancy headquartered in Seattle, Washington, renowned for its deep expertise in IoT security, embedded systems, SCADA/ICS testing, and hardware hacking. Founded in 1998, IOActive has earned a reputation as the firm that organizations turn to when they need to test the security of complex, non-traditional systems that most penetration testing companies cannot handle.

Their consultants are world-class researchers who have discovered critical vulnerabilities in automotive systems, medical devices, satellite communications, industrial control systems, ATMs, and smart city infrastructure. IOActive's team regularly publishes groundbreaking research and presents at top-tier security conferences including Black Hat, DEF CON, and CanSecWest.

Beyond IoT and embedded systems, IOActive offers comprehensive application security testing, network penetration testing, red teaming, and source code review services. The firm takes a research-driven approach to every engagement, applying the same rigor they use in vulnerability research to client assessments. IOActive serves clients in critical infrastructure, automotive, healthcare, financial services, and technology sectors globally. Their small but exceptionally skilled team of around 50 consultants includes multiple recognized industry experts and published authors in the security field.

Methodologies

OWASPPTESOSSTMMNIST

Team Activity

Active in CTF competitions
SC Awards - Best Security Company
Speaker: Black Hat
Speaker: DEF CON
Speaker: CanSecWest
Speaker: S4 Conference

Score Breakdown

42/100
Accreditations8/100 (30%)
Reviews0/100 (25%)
Team Activity65/100 (15%)
Experience100/100 (15%)
Service Breadth100/100 (15%)

Details

Headquarters
Seattle, Washington, United States
Founded
1998
Team Size
51-200
Markets
Global, North America, Europe
Geography
Global

Accreditations

OSCP Employer

Best For

EnterpriseCritical Infrastructure
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