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The proliferation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, has brought substantial benefits across various industries. However, the increasing use of drones has also raised concerns about their security, particularly with regard to open-source operating systems. Open-source operating systems serve as a foundational framework for drone enthusiasts and companies alike. Unfortunately, security considerations have been disregarded by some who directly appropriate open-source code, introducing inadvertent vulnerabilities. Given the evolving role of drones in mission-critical systems, the demand for resilient and secure operating systems becomes increasingly evident. This study addresses the critical need to assess the security of open-source operating systems used in drones.
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Patil, D., Pournouri, S. (2024). Evaluating the Security of Open-Source Linux Operating Systems for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. In: Jahankhani, H. (eds) Cybersecurity Challenges in the Age of AI, Space Communications and Cyborgs. ICGS3 2023. Advanced Sciences and Technologies for Security Applications. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47594-8_2
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