Cybersecurity and the Flight Safety of Unmanned Aerial Systems and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Ahmed Douzi, Róbert Szabolcsi and Judit Lukács ()
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Ahmed Douzi: Óbuda University, Doctoral School on Safety and Security Sciences, Budapest, Hungary
Róbert Szabolcsi: Óbuda University, Bánki Donát Faculty of Mechanical and Safety Engineering, Budapest, Hungary
Judit Lukács: Óbuda University, Bánki Donát Faculty of Mechanical and Safety Engineering, Budapest, Hungary

Interdisciplinary Description of Complex Systems - scientific journal, 2025, vol. 23, issue 2, 95-104

Abstract: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) are increasingly susceptible to cybersecurity threats, posing significant risks to flight safety and operational integrity. This article presents a comprehensive study of the cybersecurity challenges faced by UAS and UAV, emphasizing their vulnerability to cyber-attacks due to reliance on wireless communications and remote operations. The potential impacts of cyber threats on UAS and UAV, including financial losses and operational disruptions, are examined. Furthermore, the article discusses ongoing investigations and regulatory measures aimed at integrating cybersecurity and physical security protocols to mitigate credible threats to national security and public safety. By addressing these critical issues, this article aims to contribute to the understanding of cybersecurity in the context of unmanned aerial platforms, providing insights into the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the measures required to ensure the safe and secure operation of unmanned aerial systems. This article provides a short overview of the key focus areas including the cybersecurity challenges, potential impacts, ongoing studies, and regulatory measures related to UAS and UAV.

Keywords: unmanned aerial systems; unmanned aerial vehicles; cyber-attacks; cybersecurity threats; best practices (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: L63 L92 R41 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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