IoT-Driven Security Solutions for Resource-Constrained Wearable Medical Devices

IoT-Driven Security Solutions for Resource-Constrained Wearable Medical Devices

연구 분야: Cryptography

학회: European Interdisciplinary Cybersecurity Conference

The rapid adoption of wearable medical devices has transformed modern healthcare, enabling continuous patient monitoring and real-time health management. However, these resource-constrained devices are highly susceptible to cyber threats due to their limited computational power, reliance on wireless communication, and the challenges associated with secure software execution. This paper examines the unique security challenges faced by wearable medical devices and presents an IoT-driven approach to mitigating software-based attacks. Specifically, we propose the integration of crypto-authentication chips and compiler polymorphism techniques to enhance runtime security and disrupt large-scale exploitability. By generating structurally unique binaries for each device, our approach prevents code reuse attacks, such as Return-Oriented Programming (ROP), while maintaining system efficiency. Experimental validation demonstrates the effectiveness of compiler polymorphism in preventing unauthorized code execution and reinforcing software integrity. While our work primarily focuses on secure software execution, we acknowledge that additional security mechanisms, including secure boot, encrypted communication, and real-time threat detection, can further enhance overall device security. This study highlights the need for lightweight, adaptive security solutions tailored to the constraints of wearable medical technology, paving the way for more resilient and trustworthy healthcare systems.