A security researcher, Sammy Azdoufal, claims to have remotely accessed thousands of DJI Romo robot vacuums after attempting to create a custom remote control app for his own device using a PS5 gamepad. According to Azdoufal, his app inadvertently connected to DJI‘s servers, allowing him to control and access the live camera feeds of approximately 7,000 DJI Romo vacuums worldwide.
Azdoufal states that he was able to test the extent of his access by controlling a friend’s vacuum and viewing its live camera feed. He also claims to have been able to watch the vacuums generate complete 2D floor plans of houses as they mapped out each room. This level of access raises significant security concerns, as it potentially allows unauthorized individuals to spy on users and access sensitive information about their homes.
The implications of Azdoufal’s discovery are substantial, and it remains to be seen how DJI will respond to this security vulnerability. As the story continues to unfold, it is likely that DJI will need to take swift action to address the issue and prevent similar incidents in the future, in order to protect the privacy and security of its customers.
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