Death by defibrillator: FDA called to address hacking risk

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http://vitals.nbcnew...cking-risk?lite

According to a recent report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), a non-partisan agency that works for Congress, not only is such a scenario possible, there’s a growing danger that grandpa’s heart rhythm device, or, say, a child’s insulin pump – any implantable device that can be accessed remotely -- could be susceptible to hacking.

Looks like yopu iPhone isn't the only thing that may be on WIFI.

Also See:

http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/technolog/next-health-hazard-hackable-medical-implants-122796

For concerns about medical implants.

Edited October 22, 2012 by SOUSGT

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Slow news day?