In addition to hindering the analysis of captured drones, this technology can also allow Ukrainian forces to locate the Russian operators who try to use these devices
The war in Ukraine reached a new level with an innovative tactic that surprised the enemy. According to, the Ukrainian forces began to incorporate malware into their drones, adding a new chapter to the cyber war.
The discovery came after some of these copies were found by the Russian troops. These unmanned vehicles contained software capable of performing various disruptive functions, such as “burning a USB port”, “preventing reflays” [atualizar ou reescrever a memória de um dispositivo] or even “kidnap the reused drone”, according to the description.
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Vikram Mittal, a Forbes defense expert, says that Ukraine, despite its logistical limitations, found another way of disturbing Russian efforts effectively without needing great resources.
In addition to hindering the analysis of captured drones, this technology can also allow Ukrainian forces to locate the Russian operators who try to use these devices.
