Drone and UAV Security
Assessment

Comprehensive security assessments for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles, ground control systems, RF telemetry links, and companion applications. We identify exploitable vulnerabilities before adversaries can exploit them first.

RF Link Interception GPS Spoofing + Jamming Firmware + Hardware Analysis NIST + STANAG Reporting
UAV Signal Controller
C2 RF Link2.4 GHz
GPS ReceiverSpoofed
Flight ControllerRooted
Ground StationExposed
RF Link
GPS Spoof
Firmware
GCS

What We Test on Your UAV Systems

End-to-end security coverage spanning RF communications, firmware, ground stations, and fleet infrastructure.

RF Link and Command Channel

Intercept and analyse C2 radio links including MAVLink, UAVCAN, DSMx, and FHSS for cleartext transmission, replay attacks, and unauthenticated command injection.

GPS Spoofing and Signal Integrity

Simulate GPS spoofing, jamming, and signal manipulation scenarios. Evaluate drone resilience and failsafe behaviour under navigation attack conditions.

Wireless Interface Testing

Test Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and custom RF protocols used for companion communication, video downlink, and sensor data transmission.

Encryption and Authentication

Assess RF protocol encryption strength, key exchange mechanisms, and authentication implementations for bypass and downgrade attacks.

Frequency Hopping Analysis

Evaluate FHSS patterns for predictability, interception feasibility, and resistance to jamming and replay attack techniques.

Protocol Fuzzing

Fuzz MAVLink, UAVCAN, and custom drone protocol implementations to identify crash conditions and unexpected flight behaviour.

Firmware Extraction and Analysis

Extract and reverse-engineer flight controller and companion computer firmware for hardcoded credentials, insecure boot chains, and vulnerable components.

Hardware Debug Interfaces

Probe JTAG, UART, SWD, and other debug interfaces for unauthenticated access, shell exposure, and sensitive data extraction paths.

Boot Chain Security

Verify secure boot implementation, firmware signing validation, and anti-rollback protection for flight controller and companion computer firmware.

Hardcoded Secrets

Identify hardcoded WiFi credentials, API keys, RF encryption keys, and certificate private keys embedded in firmware binaries.

Update Mechanism Security

Assess OTA and firmware update pipelines for integrity verification, code signing, and rollback protection weaknesses.

Sensor and Peripheral Security

Evaluate camera, LiDAR, and IMU sensor interfaces for data injection, manipulation, and denial-of-service attacks.

Ground Control Station

Assess GCS applications including QGroundControl, Mission Planner, and proprietary platforms for authentication weaknesses and command injection.

Companion App Testing

Test companion iOS and Android apps for OWASP Mobile Top 10 vulnerabilities, insecure data storage, and broken authentication.

Fleet Management Platform

Review cloud-based drone fleet management platforms, telemetry storage, and operational APIs for misconfigurations and data exposure.

API and Telemetry Security

Test management APIs, telemetry endpoints, and real-time data streams for broken authentication, injection, and data manipulation.

OTA Pipeline Review

Assess over-the-air update pipelines for firmware integrity, code signing, and supply chain security across the drone fleet.

Data Storage and Privacy

Evaluate how flight logs, telemetry, and imagery data are stored and transmitted for compliance with privacy and data protection requirements.

How We Run a Drone and UAV Security Assessment

A structured six-phase process aligned with NIST SP 800-187 and STANAG, from initial scoping through verified remediation.

Phase 01
Scoping and Threat Modelling

Define the attack surface using STRIDE and mission-specific threat scenarios. Identify critical RF links, firmware components, and ground station interfaces.

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Phase 02
RF and Signal Reconnaissance

Passive and active monitoring of all radio communications. Identify protocols, frequencies, encryption status, and potential interception vectors.

Phase 03
Firmware and Hardware Analysis

Extract, unpack, and reverse-engineer flight controller firmware. Probe hardware debug interfaces for unauthenticated access and data exposure.

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Phase 04
GCS and Application Testing

Assess GCS software and companion mobile apps for authentication flaws, insecure data storage, command injection, and unprotected API endpoints.

Phase 05
Cloud and Telemetry Review

Evaluate fleet management platforms, OTA update mechanisms, and cloud-stored telemetry for misconfigurations, data leakage, and supply chain risks.

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Phase 06
Reporting and Re-Test

Deliver CVSS-scored findings with UAV-specific remediation guidance and a free re-test after your team applies patches.

Built for Organisations That Rely on Unmanned Systems

Defence and Aerospace

Military and defence organisations operating UAV systems that require security validation against adversarial signal interception and command injection.

Logistics and Delivery

Commercial drone delivery operators where a compromised vehicle can cause supply chain disruption, payload theft, or public safety incidents.

Surveillance and Inspection

Companies using drones for infrastructure inspection, border surveillance, and agricultural monitoring where data integrity and vehicle control are critical.

Questions We Get Asked Often

Drone and UAV security assessment is a comprehensive evaluation of unmanned aerial vehicles, ground control systems, RF communications, and fleet management infrastructure. It covers signal interception, GPS spoofing, firmware vulnerabilities, and cloud backend security.

We test RF command link interception and replay, GPS spoofing and jamming, firmware extraction and reverse engineering, hardware debug interface access, ground control station vulnerabilities, companion app security, and cloud fleet management misconfigurations.

Yes. Scyverge aligns assessments with NIST SP 800-187, STANAG standards for military UAVs, and relevant civil aviation cybersecurity guidance. Findings are mapped to these frameworks for compliance-ready reporting.

No. All active testing is conducted in controlled environments or on bench setups, never on operational flights. We use simulated GPS spoofing in lab conditions and follow strict safety protocols that prevent any risk to vehicle or personnel safety.

Yes. We assess both military and commercial UAV platforms. Military assessments include STANAG alignment and defence-grade assurance. Commercial assessments cover delivery, surveillance, and industrial inspection platforms with appropriate safety and regulatory considerations.

Is Your Drone Fleet Secure?

Get a thorough security assessment of your UAV systems, RF links, and ground infrastructure before adversaries find the vulnerabilities first.