Computer viruses for RFID chips

RFID chips — the chilling "implanted chip" of the near future — are able to be infected with computer viruses. These computer viruses are able to spread from RFID chip to database, and then to other RFID chips. As RFID tags become more sophisticated, this threat will become even more dangerous. The BBC also is running a story on it.

What will RFID chips be used for?

• Passports — New US Passports will have RFID chips in them.
• Implanted chips — Yes, implanted chips are already here
• Tracking products in stores. — This is already taking place at stores like Tesco.
• Emergency rooms and bars.

55% of people surveyed in Europe are worried about RFID. More about RFID coming soon.