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Secret note reveals Russia using Telegram bots to control drones attacking Ukraine

The new control algorithm was revealed in a note hidden inside a #Russian #drone, possibly left behind by a sympathetic #Russian engineer

Russia using #Telegram #messaging app #bots to control its #attack drones, ensuring real-time flight data & footage feed for human operators, the Economist reported on May 25, citing Ukrainian engineers

kyivindependent.com/russia-usi

The Kyiv Independent · Secret note reveals Russia using Telegram bots to control drones attacking Ukraine, Economist reportsThe new control algorithm was revealed in a note hidden inside one of the Russian drones, possibly left behind by a "sympathetic Russian engineer," the Economist wrote.

Russians Capture Ukrainian #Drones Which Infect Their Systems With #Malware
The inclusion of malware is significant, as both sides are rapidly competing for an edge in #drone domain. The emerging threat of Ukrainian drone-borne malware infecting Russian computers could force #Russia to implement new safety precautions to protect their systems, they primarily affect drone itself or the computer it connects to rather than targeting an entire network.
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ForbesRussians Capture Ukrainian Drones Which Infect Their Systems With MalwareA recent video posted to social media suggests that Ukrainian drones are now carrying various malware that is targeting Russian systems.