اسمارٹ واچز، فٹنس ٹریکرز کا حساس مقامات میں استعمال سائبر حملوں کا باعث بن سکتا ہے، پاکستان

The Pakistani government has declared smartwatches, fitness trackers and other wearable smart devices as a threat to cybersecurity. In this regard, the National Telecom and Information Technology Security Board has issued an advisory, which states that the Cabinet Division has recommended a ban on the use of wearable devices in sensitive locations. According to sources, the cybersecurity advisory states that wearable smart devices are a security risk. Smart devices are used to disclose confidential information. The use of these devices in sensitive locations can lead to cyber attacks. According to sources, the advisory states that these devices can lead to data leaks and unauthorized tracking.

The verification mechanisms of these devices should be reviewed before use in sensitive locations, and the use of these devices should be banned in sensitive meetings and operations. However, scientific research has indicated that smartwatches and fitness trackers are inherently harmful, and their positive or negative effects depend on their use. The research suggests that low-level radio frequency radiation emitted by smartwatches can be harmful in the long term, but no evidence has been found.

Although smartwatches and fitness trackers provide many benefits, some potential concerns and harmful aspects associated with their use can be discussed. If the data collected by smart devices cannot be protected under security protocols, this data can be misused by any third party. Constantly monitoring their physical data through a smartwatch can cause anxiety or stress in some individuals, especially if the results do not meet their expectations. Sometimes people become overly dependent on this data, which can negatively affect their mental health.

Another study has shown that there is a risk of hacking due to insufficient data encryption security. If the wireless connections of smartwatches, especially Bluetooth, are not secure, the potential hacking risks increase. To keep the smartwatch secure, caution needs to be taken in software updates, security configuration, encryption, third-party apps, and wireless settings.