Net-HARMS: Safeguarding Brain-Computer Interfaces
Net-HARMS: Safeguarding Brain-Computer Interfaces With the rapid advancement of Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs), the integration of neural technology into everyday life is becoming a reality. BCIs offer exciting opportunities, from controlling devices with our thoughts to aiding individuals with disabilities through direct brain-to-machine communication. However, as these interfaces connect our brains to digital systems, they present new cybersecurity challenges. Enter Net-HARMS , a pioneering framework designed to secure BCIs and protect neural data from external threats. Why is Security Critical for BCIs? As BCIs transmit highly sensitive brain data, the risks associated with cyberattacks on these systems could have serious implications. Unauthorized access to neural data could lead to privacy breaches, manipulation of thought patterns, or interference with critical medical devices, such as those used in rehabilitation or neuroprosthetics. Pr