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DJI Pays $30K for Vacuum Security Flaw Discovery

3/7/2026

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Story summary
  • DJI paid Sammy Azdoufal, a security researcher, $30,000 for identifying a security flaw in its Romo robot vacuum exposing a network of 7,000 devices.
  • The flaw could allow remote access to users' cameras, raising privacy concerns.
  • The payout marks a shift in DJI's approach to security researchers, contrasting with its treatment of Kevin Finisterre.
  • DJI says it has begun addressing vulnerabilities and implemented updates, with ongoing audits and collaboration.