Assured Security Consultants

assured.seOpen position: Senior Penetration TesterWe are currently searching for an experienced pentester who wants to strengthen our clients' resilience in today's digital society. You enjoy analysis, testing and digging deep to really understand th...

Do you have experience in penetration testing, perhaps primarily within web security, and want to continue developing your skills? We are looking for a Senior Penetration Tester to join Assured! Read more and apply: www.assured.se/careers/open... #cybersecurity #pentest #infosec #jobs

At Assured, you will work hands-on with technical cybersecurity alongside some of Sweden's most experienced specialists, covering everything from application security and cloud/network infrastructure to embedded systems, automotive, and medtech.

You will find engaged and highly skilled colleagues, exciting projects involving modern technologies, a flexible work environment with remote work opportunities, and great possibilities to influence your role. We also invest heavily in professional development and conferences. Apply today!

assured.seSökes: Senior PenetrationstestareVi söker en erfaren penetrationstestare som vill stärka våra kunders motståndskraft i en digitaliserad värld. Du gillar att analysera, testa och förstå system på djupet – och vill arbeta i team med nå...

Har du erfarenhet av penetrationstestning, kanske primärt inom webb, och vill utvecklas vidare? Vi söker en senior penetrationstestare till Assured! Läs mer och ansök: www.assured.se/sv/jobb/ledi... #cybersäkerhet #pentest #infosec #jobb

Hos oss får du arbeta hands-on med teknisk cybersäkerhet tillsammans med några av Sveriges mest erfarna specialister inom allt från applikationssäkerhet, cloud- och nätverksinfrastruktur till embedded, automotive och medtech.

@opentechfund.bsky.social

Hos oss finner du engagerade och tekniskt skickliga kollegor, spännande uppdrag med modern teknik, flexibel vardag med möjlighet till distansarbete samt goda möjligheter att påverka både din roll och vår utveckling. Vi satsar också stort på kompetensutveckling och konferenser. Skicka ditt CV idag!

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Open Technology Fund

30 Apr

@opentechfund.bsky.social’s Security Lab partner @assuredab.bsky.social recently audited CDR Link to ensure it is as safe as possible for users. Learn more: buff.ly/lEELHD1

assured.seAftonbladet Is Monetizing Your PrivacyAftonbladet's new model is not a normal paywall, and not even a standard "consent-or-pay" setup. It is a system where users must either accept profiling for advertising or pay to escape it, effectivel...

1 Apr

Aftonbladet charges SEK 49/m. Not for journalism, fewer ads, nor anything extra. For the right to say no to profiling. Schibsted calls this "advertising choice". Call it what it is: charging users to keep what should never have been up for sale in the first place. www.assured.se/posts/moneti...

assured.sePenetration Test Report: CinemataWe performed a penetration test on the Cinemata video platform, serving communities that operate in politically sensitive environments. Supported by the Open Technology Fund, the pentest report is now...

13 Feb

Of 26 identified vulnerabilities, all have been verified fixed. We are proud to have worked with @opentechfund.bsky.social and @engagemedia.org to secure Cinemata, an open source video platform for communities that operate in politically sensitive environments. www.assured.se/posts/pentes...

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@opentechfund.bsky.social's Security Lab partner @assuredab.bsky.social recently audited @engagemedia.org’s Cinemata platform to ensure it’s as safe as possible for users. Learn more: buff.ly/nHUqOfo

assured.sePodcast Spotlight: The Threat from Quantum ComputersOur embedded security and cryptography expert Joachim Strömbergson guested a Swedish security podcast (Bli Säker) and discussed Post Quantum Cryptography.

6 Feb

Our embedded security and cryptography expert Joachim Strömbergson guested a Swedish security podcast (Bli Säker @nikkasystems.com) and discussed Post Quantum Cryptography. Find our English summary and the link to the episode in our blog. www.assured.se/posts/podcas... #pqc #security #cryptography

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Nikka Systems

@nikkasystems.com

6 Feb

Veckans specialavsnitt av Bli säker-podden gästas av Joachim Strömbergson från @assuredab.bsky.social. Han berättar om hotet från kvantdatorerna. Kommer de att knäcka krypteringen på internet? www.youtube.com/watch?v=fonw... #BliSäker

youtube.comPodd 338: Hotet från kvantdatorerna – specialavsnitt med Joachim StrömbergsonYouTube video by Nikka Systems Sverige

assured.se100 Security Assessments in One Year! Looking back at 2025In 2025, Assured completed 100 security assessments covering many different industries and technologies. Here are the numbers, and what records we’re aiming to break in 2026.

29 Jan

Celebrating 100 #security assessments, over 1000 findings, and over 2000 pages of #pentest reports in 2025! www.assured.se/posts/100-se...

29 Jan

We are honored to be a security partner in the Open Technology Fund's (OTF) Security Lab and proud to contribute to this important work, securing tools that protect the most vulnerable.

Open Technology Fund@opentechfund.bsky.social

@opentechfund.bsky.social accepts applications on a rolling basis to our Internet Freedom Fund in support of innovative, technology-focused projects that counter authoritarian #censorship and #surveillance. Learn more and apply: buff.ly/QlpJxtw

assured.seRobust Cybersecurity is the Vehicle's New AirbagDigital protection is now as critical as steel, airbags and crumple zones. Regulations require evidence, and real-world testing determines whether a vehicle’s cybersecurity truly holds.

29 Jan

Modern vehicles are complex, connected systems with a growing attack surface. Reports alone are not enough, #cybersecurity must be proven in practice. Witnessed testing has become the #automotive "digital crash test" under UNECE #R155. Read more: www.assured.se/areas/automo... #wvta #typeapproval

assured.seCyber-secured vehicle – no longer a choice, but a requirementCybersecurity is now mandatory for all vehicle manufacturers. Learn how UNECE R155, R156 and ISO 21434 reshape automotive development and compliance.

27 Jan

International regulations raise the bar for #automotive #cybersecurity. A systematic approach is key to competitive advantage. Learn how these requirements affect vehicle development in practice and what it takes to get type approval. www.assured.se/areas/automo... #r155 #iso21434 #wvta

assured.seWhy Cybersecurity is Business-Critical in MedtechCybersecurity in medtech is as vital as a pacemaker’s rhythm or an insulin pump’s dosage. For manufacturers, approved security can determine whether a product reaches the market—or is halted last minu...

23 Jan

In #MedTech, #cybersecurity is not just a technical concern: it’s a business risk affecting time-to-market, regulatory approval and whether a product can be launched. By testing at the right time, you identify and handle risks before they become costly. Read more: www.assured.se/areas/medtec...

assured.seEU Tightens Cybersecurity Requirements for Medtech - MDR and IVDRThe EU is strengthening cybersecurity requirements in MDR and IVDR. Manufacturers must embed cybersecurity from the start, document processes, and ensure security throughout the entire device lifecycl...

23 Jan

Cybersecurity in #MedTech is no longer something you "add later." Under #MDR / #IVDR, security is a prerequisite for market access, not an optional feature. When addressed too late, the result is rework, delays, or products that never make it to market. Read more: www.assured.se/areas/medtec...

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Security Fest

@securityfest.bsky.social

17 June 2025

Hello World! We are #SecurityFest, a two-day, single-track technical #security conference held annually in Gothenburg, Sweden. We bring excellent speakers from around the world to talk on inspiring topics, while we provide a fun and interactive experience all around. securityfest.com

securityfest.comSecurity Fest - IT Security ConferenceSecurity Fest is an inspiring and unique IT security conference held in Gothenburg, Sweden. The event is an excellent opportunity to learn more about IT security, and a great way to connect with both ...

assured.seThe Single-Packet Shovel: Digging for Desync-Powered Request TunnellingIn this paper I will reveal the discovery of wide-spread cases of request tunnelling in applications powered by popular servers including IIS, Azure Front Door and AWS' application load balancer inclu...

17 June 2025

Our very own penetration tester and security researcher Thomas Stacey wrote a paper on his research into request tunneling which got some real traction. Very interesting read! www.assured.se/posts/the-si...

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Thomas Stacey presenting ”The Single Packet Shovel” at OWASP Gothenburg hosted by @assuredab.bsky.social

assured.se"No One Seems to Want to Leave Assured" - Mattias Jidhage, IT Security ArchitectLearn how Assured has built a unique company culture that keeps employees long-term. Mattias Jidhage, one of the founders, shares the company's values and his personal journey.

15 Apr 2025

Assured's culture values expertise, openness, and a desire to make a difference. Mattias, co-founder, shares his thoughts on how our culture has kept our team strong and loyal. - "It’s a privilege to have extremely competent people just a keyboard away" Read: www.assured.se/careers/no-o... #security

assured.seThe Culture Bearer Who Changed His Mind - Benjamin Svensson, Senior Security SpecialistRead about Benjamin Svensson's journey at Assured and why he chose to return to the company after a brief break. Discover the unique culture, freedom to grow, and the important community within the ha...

7 Apr 2025

"Tough challenges, the #hacker community, and not least the unique culture at Assured" In our latest team story, Benjamin shares why he left & came back, and what makes the culture here so special. 🛡️ Now #hiring a #SecurityEngineer - maybe it's you? Read the story: www.assured.se/careers/cult...

assured.seOpen Position: Security EngineerWe're looking for an experienced Security Engineer, to work near development teams to ensure that our clients' systems and applications are protected against cyber threats.

4 Apr 2025

Are you or do you know an experienced #SecurityEngineer who can work closely with development teams to ensure that our clients' systems and applications are protected against security threats? Help us create a secure digital world! #nowhiring #security #infosec More: www.assured.se/careers/open...

pqcc.orgHeatmap: Current State of PQC Standards and Adoption | Post-Quantum Cryptography Coalition

3 Apr 2025

Nice heatmap over PQC adoption in major protocols, security solutions. Not stated, but probably all use NIST ML-KEM and ML-DSA, not other PQC algorithms. Also there seems to be preference for hybrid solutions. pqcc.org/heatmap-curr...

assured.seDo People Have This Much Fun, at Work? - Emilie Barse, Senior Security SpecialistDiscover why an open and fun work environment is key to happy colleagues and successful careers. Read about Emilie's experience at Assured and how they emphasize learning, freedom, and teamwork.

3 Apr 2025

Curious about working at Assured? Have a look at what Emilie has to say in our latest employee interview: www.assured.se/careers/fun-...

assured.seInitial Access Threats to Entra ID/Azure AD - Assured Security ConsultantsCommon initial access attacks used to gain foothold in Microsoft cloud tenants.

25 Mar 2025

Want to learn about Initial Access Threats to Entra ID/Azure AD? Then the blog post by. Assured cybersecurity expert Wictor should be interesting. www.assured.se/posts/initia...