Michele De Donno

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Michele De Donno is a leading researcher at the intersection of cybersecurity, robotics, and artificial intelligence, with a focus on the security implications of increasingly connected and autonomous systems. His most influential work, "Adding Salt to Pepper" (2018, 31 citations), provides a groundbreaking structured security assessment of a humanoid robot, demonstrating how a hacked robot can serve as an insider threat within organizations. This paper, along with its companion study (6 citations), highlights the critical vulnerabilities in modern robotic systems that arise from the rapid digitalization and AI integration, areas where security has often been an afterthought. De Donno’s contributions are pivotal in exposing the risks of cyber-physical systems, urging the research community to prioritize security in robotics and AI development. His work has been instrumental in shaping discussions on the security of humanoid robots, emphasizing the need for robust defenses against potential exploits. Through his research, De Donno has established himself as a key voice in the emerging field of robotic cybersecurity, making his findings essential reading for students and researchers working on the safe deployment of AI-driven technologies.