Last week, Samsung revealed they will be implementing a three-layer security solution to all of its Tizen-based Smart TVs called GAIA. The solution is designed to protect the consumer's personal data in three ways. The first is called Secure Zone, a virtual barrier designed to create a secure space and to protect the core service operations. It also includes a Secure Keypad, which works as the virtual data input mechanism displayed on a TV, which safeguards consumers' personal information, including credit cards and passwords.
GAIA will have the capability of encrypting important data being transmitted between a Smart TV and Internet of Things (Iot) service servers. It will also have a built-in anti-malware system. The security level is also improved by leveraging hardware-based security. The Tizen OS has been divided into two parts, the main and the security space, and data for each of them is secured separately. The public key used for verification of personal information will be included in a hardware chip.
Just like the smart phone, Smart TVs will follow the trend and eventually become almost a necessity in our households. It may not sound like a big deal now, but these Smart TVs are devices that connect to the Internet and they are just as vulnerable as computers and smart phones. It actually IS a computer as it runs on its own OS and stores and transmits data to other devices or servers over the Internet. It's definitely a recipe to being vulnerable to hacking. Raising awareness on the importance of securing it is critical and hopefully it prompts other Smart TV manufacturers to start implementing the same solutions.
References:
http://www.securityweek.com/samsung-launches-security-solution-smart-tvs
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