FAA Expands Drone Use as FIU Unveils Cybersecurity Shield
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced plans to expand commercial drone use, sparking safety concerns due to potential cyber threats. Meanwhile, researchers at Florida International University (FIU) are preparing to deploy SHIELD, a cutting-edge technology designed to protect drones from cyberattacks.
SHIELD, developed at FIU, safeguards drones by monitoring their entire control system. It identifies malicious activity mid-flight and initiates a tailored recovery process based on the specific type of attack. The technology uses AI machine learning models to spot abnormalities and classify attacks in less than a second on average.
Every attack leaves a unique signature, impacting the drone's system differently. FIU researchers emphasize the importance of securing drones for their future use in commerce, infrastructure monitoring, disaster response, and other applications. A compromised drone is essentially useless for its original assignment, making reliable and secure drones key to unlocking future advancements.
As the FAA moves forward with expanding commercial drone use, the potential for cyber threats grows. FIU's SHIELD technology offers a promising solution, ensuring drones can operate safely and effectively in various industries. With its ability to detect and recover from attacks mid-flight, SHIELD is poised to play a crucial role in the future of drone technology.
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