SUMMARY
Following a US government ban that blocked new DJI drone models from receiving FCC approval, DJI initiated its own independent security review. The US firm OnDefend evaluated two DJI drones, finding no evidence of data being transferred internationally and an inability to hack or tamper with the devices. While the review identified 10 low-risk findings, DJI states these are being addressed with firmware updates. This assessment was conducted after the US deadline for a government security review passed without it beginning, impacting aerial photographers, videographers, and other drone users.
TAKEAWAYS
US government ban prevents new DJI drone models from receiving FCC approval.
Independent security review found no evidence of data transfer outside the US.
DJI drones proved resistant to hacking, jailbreaking, and tampering attempts.
Low-risk findings from the review are being addressed by DJI with firmware updates.