Cybersecurity researchers call for urgent action on potentially weaponised drones
UK Tech News – As the global market for drones increases, with current predictions showing annual growth of 36% between 2018 and 2022 according to analysts, cybersecurity expert, IOActive, has expressed concerned at the threat potentially weaponised drones could pose to public safety. As the range and functionality of drones improve, and their cost reduces, weaponisation could become common, as poor cybersecurity could allow commercial drones to be hijacked by attackers.
Drones could be weaponised
Professional Security – If the commercial market for drones is left unchecked, we could start to see drones being weaponised, presenting potential hazards to public safety; so warns a cyber security and ethical hacking company. As the range and functionality of drones improve, and their cost reduces, weaponisation could become common, as poor cyber-security could allow commercial drones to be hijacked by attackers. This presents several risks not yet considered, says IOActive.
Drone Use on the Rise, Public Safety at Risk
Infosecurity Magazine – Drones have been taking to the sky at an increased rate in recent years, with the current market predicted to grow by 36% between 2018 and 2022. In this article, our very own CTO Cesar Cerrudo points out the dangers of drone commercialization if the safety and privacy of these devices are not considered.
Tackling Threats from a Hacker’s Perspective: IOActive Leverages Decades of Experience to Provide Research-Fueled Security Solutions Across Industries
HostingAdvice.com – IOActive, a research-driven provider of specialized information security solutions, provides a range of full-stack penetration testing, program efficacy assessments, and hardware hacking services. The trusted partner helps Global 1000 enterprises safeguard their entire development process through a unique attacker’s perspective, maximizing security investments and improving business resiliency.
Your Supply Chain May Be a Trojan Horse
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