Andromeda Cloud Platfom
Andromeda Cloud Platform: Real-Time UAS Threat Detection
The Andromeda Cloud Platform provides real-time detection of wireless and cyber threats targeting Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) using AI & ML algorithms running on the cloud. It achieves this by deploying specialized applications on all computers and devices within the UAS. These apps gather relevant data and securely transmit it to the central Andromeda Cloud Platform for analysis.
Core Functionality:
The platform's process starts by capturing and sending sample wireless packets from the communication link between the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) and its Ground Control Station (GCS). Once received, the Andromeda Cloud Platform conducts a detailed analysis of key communication aspects:
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Wireless Link Identification: It distinguishes between various communication modalities such as RF (Line-of-Sight), Cellular (4G/5G), Satellite (SATCOM), Tactical Data Links, Mesh Networks, and Optical (Laser) systems.
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Performance Metrics: It assesses operational data rates.
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Security Layers: It identifies applied channel encryption algorithms and evaluates the adequacy of implemented error correction schemes.
Comprehensive Cyber Risk Assessment:
Beyond analyzing communication links, the platform performs a thorough cyber risk assessment across all interconnected computers and devices that form the complete UAS. This comprehensive evaluation covers:
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Asset Inventory & Vulnerability Scanning: It counts all connected devices (desktops, laptops, mobile phones, tablets, etc.) and assesses their hardware versions, current operating system (OS) versions, installation status of security updates, and whether endpoint security is active.
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Network Security Posture: It identifies the security level of utilized Wi-Fi networks (e.g., WPA3, WPA2, WEP, or unsecured).
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Identity and Access Management: It evaluates the use of multi-factor authentication (MFA) for accessing company email and other internal/external portals. It also determines if remote workers connect to the UAS and scrutinizes their authentication methods.
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Third-Party Risk: It assesses threats linked to external companies, organizations, or vendors that have any form of access to the UAS environment, including the authentication methods they use.
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Data Security & Protection: It checks for sensitive information within the UAS environment, how it's stored, and the encryption levels used for its protection.
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Data Backup & Recovery: It verifies if important information is securely backed up to the cloud and the frequency of these backups.
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Access Control Mechanisms: It evaluates the implemented levels of access control throughout the UAS environment.
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Network Perimeter Security: It confirms whether a firewall is in place to protect the network.
Real-Time Threat Reporting:
After this extensive analysis, the Andromeda Cloud Platform generates a real-time threat level assessment. This assessment is then displayed in a console window within the Andromeda application. Access to this console can be controlled based on the privilege level of the specific device or computer, ensuring that relevant personnel are promptly informed of potential risks.