A survey on security and privacy issues in wearable health monitoring devices

Zhang, Bonan, Chen, Chao, Lee, Ickjai, Lee, Kyungmi, and Ong, Kok Leong (2025) A survey on security and privacy issues in wearable health monitoring devices. Computers and Security, 155. 104453.

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Abstract

Recent developments in mobile computing power and wireless communication speeds have significantly improved the efficiency of medical systems. This paper focuses on passive wearable sensor devices, which are integral to noninvasive monitoring of physiological data in healthcare observation. Beyond data collection, some wearables play an active role in patient treatment, underscoring the critical importance of protecting their security and privacy. Breach in these areas can severely affect patient health. However, the distinctive characteristics of wearable technologies introduce unique security and privacy challenges, including the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive location, medical, and physiological data. This review delves into the security and privacy concerns associated with wearable devices and proposes potential remedies. Its value lies in providing insights for researchers and manufacturers, aiming to advance the development of safer and more effective wearable medical technologies.

Item ID: 87841
Item Type: Article (Research - C1)
ISSN: 0167-4048
Keywords: Biometric, Privacy, Security, Survey, Wearable devices
Copyright Information: © 2025 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd. This is an open access article under the CC BY license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).
Date Deposited: 27 Feb 2026 01:29
FoR Codes: 46 INFORMATION AND COMPUTING SCIENCES > 4604 Cybersecurity and privacy > 460403 Data security and protection @ 100%
SEO Codes: 22 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SERVICES > 2204 Information systems, technologies and services > 220405 Cybersecurity @ 100%
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