UAV Virus
10-07-2011, 03:26 PM
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UAV's must be using Windows.
10-07-2011, 06:59 PM
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Computer Virus hits U.S. Drone Fleet
The discussion of UAVs taking over our profession seems to rear its head every few years.
This might allay any concerns over them being used in large commercial applications for the foreseeable future.
Exclusive: Computer Virus Hits U.S. Drone Fleet | Danger Room | Wired.com
This might allay any concerns over them being used in large commercial applications for the foreseeable future.
Exclusive: Computer Virus Hits U.S. Drone Fleet | Danger Room | Wired.com
10-11-2011, 06:26 PM
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10-12-2011, 12:43 PM
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Any computer connected to another or the internet is vulnerable and can be hacked. Stop drinking the Mac coolaid. They have flaws just like every other computer system.
This is a serious situation. First, who leaked secret information to the press? Any why? Second, why didn't anyone notify the proper officials? Third, how did the virus get installed on secret systems? Fourth, why are UAVs still not encrypted?
Lastly, regarding the UAVs replacing airline pilots debate, this is yet another reason why that isn't going to happen anytime soon.
This is a serious situation. First, who leaked secret information to the press? Any why? Second, why didn't anyone notify the proper officials? Third, how did the virus get installed on secret systems? Fourth, why are UAVs still not encrypted?
Lastly, regarding the UAVs replacing airline pilots debate, this is yet another reason why that isn't going to happen anytime soon.
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10-12-2011, 02:07 PM
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Any computer connected to another or the internet is vulnerable and can be hacked. Stop drinking the Mac coolaid. They have flaws just like every other computer system.
This is a serious situation. First, who leaked secret information to the press? Any why? Second, why didn't any notify the proper officials? Third, how did the virus get installed on secret systems? Fourth, why are UAVs still not encrypted?
Lastly, regarding the UAVs replacing airline pilots debate, this is yet another reason why that isn't going to happen anytime soon.
This is a serious situation. First, who leaked secret information to the press? Any why? Second, why didn't any notify the proper officials? Third, how did the virus get installed on secret systems? Fourth, why are UAVs still not encrypted?
Lastly, regarding the UAVs replacing airline pilots debate, this is yet another reason why that isn't going to happen anytime soon.
10-12-2011, 02:15 PM
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10-13-2011, 06:41 AM
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In the military, there is a system in place for things such as this (the boss won't listen). Anyone going to the press with classified information, should be dealt with appropriately.
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