As reported by the CyberInsider platform on March 24, 2025, security experts have discovered a pre-installed, undocumented remote access tunnel in the Unitree Go1 robot dogs that enables remote control and network access. The Unitree Go1 can be found in numerous companies and universities. During their tests, the researchers were able to list all connected devices and their IP addresses and access these devices. They were also able to use the robotic quadruped’s cameras for live monitoring. The article states: “Perhaps most concerning is the implication of deliberate design. The tunnel is not merely an over-looked debug utility; it appears fully integrated into the boot process and enabled by default.” (CyberInsider, 24 March 2025) Users should immediately isolate their devices from critical internal networks, change SSH credentials, and disable the tunnel service. More information is available on the platform.
This Robot Could Spy on You
