The FIFA World Cup and other major events should look beyond traditional physical and cyber security to active and passive wireless threats, say experts.

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Cybersecurity experts are warning that major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup face significant risks from wireless and drone threats beyond traditional physical and cyber security. The complex RF environment at large events—with hundreds of thousands of devices, temporary networks, and public safety communications—creates opportunities for active threats like signal jamming and C2 hijacking, as well as passive threats like wireless surveillance and metadata harvesting. Lessons from drone warfare in Ukraine are increasingly applicable to civilian settings. Experts recommend layering RF, radar, acoustic, and optical detection systems, adopting AI-driven spectrum monitoring, and training personnel to operate in hostile wireless environments. Local law enforcement often lacks authority to deploy counter-drone tools, making federal coordination essential.

Major Events Need to Mitigate Wireless, Drone Risks