Hacking Robots Before Skynet

Explore the critical security vulnerabilities in home, business, and industrial collaborative robots from major vendors in this eye-opening conference talk. Delve into the technical details of how attackers can compromise different robot ecosystem components, with live demonstrations showcasing various exploitation scenarios including cyber espionage, insider threats, and property damage. Learn why hacked robots pose a significant threat to people, animals, and organizations, potentially endangering human life and causing unexpected consequences. Discover the importance of securing modern robot technology to prevent vulnerabilities from being exploited, and understand the potential dangers of insecure robots compared to other technologies. Gain insights from security experts Lucas Apa and Cesar Cerrudo as they present their research findings and discuss realistic scenarios to emphasize the need for improved robot security in an increasingly automated world.