RFID as a Tool in Cyber Warfare

Abstract

Computer network operations (CNO) can have an effect technically over any systems using logical communications, not limited to nodes with Internet connectivity. We note in this article some more unconventional venues to attack information systems security with radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies, and develop a threat model for RFID in military use. Unprotected RFID tags offer a back door for adversaries even into closed systems, and without user interaction; on the other hand, rather simple RFID-solutions are placed to protect even very secure areas. The model includes two types of typical military applications for RFID: physical access control and logistics. The model discusses the process and framework for auditing existing systems and planning new establishments.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 2010
Accession Number
ADA584051

Entities

People

  • Mikko Kiviharju

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • C4I
  • Cyber
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Code Injection
  • Computer Access Control
  • Computer Network Security
  • Computer Networks
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computer Security Techniques
  • Computers
  • Control Systems
  • Cyber Warfare
  • Entry Control Systems
  • Information Operations
  • Information Warfare
  • Malware
  • Physical Access Control
  • Security
  • Warfare

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Cybersecurity.
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Radio communications and signal processing.

Technology Areas

  • Cyber