Drone Communication Analysis

Introduction

The goal of this project is to sniff and analyze packets on a drone WiFi connection. By doing this we hope to be able to replicate commands and send them from an outside source to "talk" to the drone. This will allow for a remote override of the drone should it enter a no-fly zone or pose a security risk.

Background

Previously, remote controlled products were sent commands via VHF radio waves. Now, modern drones now use long-range WiFi provided by the controller, resulting in more secure communication. However, the current method to take down drones is through signal jamming, causing either a forced landing or complete loss of control of the drone. These uncontrolled descents pose a safety concern.

Tools Used

Kali Linux: Ethical hacking package addition for Linux

GNURadio: Software defined radio toolkit

3dr Solo: Drone made by 3D Robotics

Presentations

Week 1: ​https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vX_FuhWBcva1O3St0USNyvoqFikoOkEwPmbtxiKk4mc/edit?usp=sharing

Week 2: ​https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1AzjGbJjQJxaCzYRm5TdSAYWj3H9ZLaH84u_XssE9wk4/edit?usp=sharing

Week 3: ​https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/17Vv-h5pV7rEtSG_H2baPhhNfE_1AZ97fwEmtJ04tr3Q/edit?usp=sharing

Week 4: ​https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1h8kKqibdIgRl4fj8wgm2TIj_0iY-5vnVSCzG9bAQIps/edit?usp=sharing

Week 5: ​https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vp1mOT6Vx92OEaJ_pugl_XojRMxIw7TAWAhrk89DTPA/edit?usp=sharing

Week 6: ​https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-4uuvRM20MFdWhG5Lu_SmtPGL37-yYecVHTIyKGZ3iI/edit?usp=sharing

Team Members

Fred Tang

Chris Yin

Noah Paladino

Anubhav Suri