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Cyberattacks on Robotic Systems Service robots are automated, intelligent machines designed to perform useful tasks for humans, typically outside of traditional manufacturing environments. These robots are broadly categorized into personal service robots and professional service robots. Personal service robots are used in non-commercial applications like vacuuming, personal assistance, or elder care. Examples include the iRobot Roomba and ElliQ, a robotic companion for seniors. On the other hand, professional service robots are deployed in commercial, industrial, or institutional settings and are used for logistics, surveillance, delivery, or surgical assistance. Examples include the da Vinci Surgical System for minimally invasive surgery and the Knightscope K5 robot for autonomous security patrols (International Federation of Robotics, 2023). In a large-scale data center such as those operating at or above 20MW, service robots can enhance cybersecurity by reinforcing the confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) triad. To improve availability, service robots can perform real-time environmental monitoring. For example, Boston Dynamics' Spot robot can navigate server rooms to detect overheating equipment, water leaks, or equipment malfunctions, ensuring high uptime and reducing the risk of service interruptions (Boston Dynamics, 2024). Robots can also autonomously inspect backup power systems and cooling units, helping to prevent unplanned outages. For confidentiality, robotic systems can be used to manage physical access. Robots integrated with biometric scanners and access management software can restrict access to server rooms and sensitive infrastructure. These robots can verify identity via facial recognition or RFID badges, ensuring that only authorized personnel enter secure zones (Li et al., 2021). With respect to integrity, robots can verify the physical state of servers, racks, and cabling. Any discrepancy between expected conditions (e.g., a cable that should not be moved) and observed states can be flagged for investigation. Robots integrated with digital systems can also help detect physical tampering, bridging the gap between physical and cyber threats (Yang et al., 2022). However, it's crucial to note that while service robots enhance security, they can also introduce vulnerabilities if not properly secured. Many service robots operate on Linux-based or Android systems that may be exposed to malware or remote exploitation if network configurations are weak. Applying security principles such as zero-trust architecture, secure boot processes, encryption, and routine software patching is essential to ensure that robots themselves do not become threat vectors (Giaretta et al., 2023). In conclusion, when properly deployed and secured, service robots are valuable tools for enhancing the resilience and cybersecurity posture of large data centers. Their ability to perform repetitive physical tasks and collect real-time operational data makes them a critical asset in addressing modern cyber-physical threats