U.S. Army memo highlights serious flaws in Anduril and Palantir's communication systems.
A recent internal memo from the U.S. Army has raised significant concerns regarding the battlefield communication systems being developed by Anduril and Palantir, highlighting “fundamental security” problems and classifying the initiative as a “very high risk.” According to the memo, issues such as lack of user activity monitoring and software security verification remain unresolved. This assessment comes on the heels of a $100 million contract awarded to Anduril for a prototype involving several partners. The implications of these vulnerabilities are critical, underscoring the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in defense technologies, especially as modern militaries increasingly rely on sophisticated communication networks to ensure effective operational capabilities.