Could Your Pacemaker Be Hacked?

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Could Your Pacemaker Be Hacked?

healthcareinfosecurity.com

Many implantable medical devices have wireless connections that enable physicians to monitor patients. But with that wireless connectivity comes the risk of a hacker attack with potentially life-threatening results.

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