Drone security is complicated, however, because it encompasses so many different types of security threats. This is creating challenges for programmers, lawmakers and the general public, who need to address drone security without lessening the positive aspects of the devices.
Regulators and Lawmakers
What regulators/lawmakers are doing to handle security risks caused by drones
According to Lusk, at least 41 states are considering legislation related to drones in the 2016 legislative year, while six states have actually passed something. While most of those new laws deal with outlawing drones for hunting, Oregon legislation makes it a misdemeanor to operate a weaponized drone and can regulate the retention of data collected via drones.
As of yet, it does not appear much is being done to address malware risks.