Embedded Security in Healthcare

This lecture discusses the ongoing challenge of embedded security in healthcare, focusing on the potential of smart healthcare technology to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs. It addresses the security, privacy, and trust issues related to Internet-connected medical devices, emphasizing the need for embedded security solutions. The presentation covers the importance of protecting against malicious behavior, securing critical assets and services, and the vulnerabilities and reliability aspects of medical devices. Case studies on pacemakers, glucose sensors, and neuro-stimulators highlight the security threats and solutions in the field. The lecture also explores the power and energy challenges, personalized therapies with multiple devices, and collaborations in embedded security research.