Abstract
In the new era of IoT (Internet of Things), numerous gadgets and services include innovative IoT technologies that provide customers with convenience and improve their quality of life. Smart TVs are typical IoT devices that offer broadcasting services. However, they are susceptible to security intrusions via e-mail, media players, cameras, and internet connectivity. The frequency of hacking through malicious applications installed in Smart TV has rapidly increased. Therefore, appropriate countermeasures should be developed immediately. In April 2017, we (with LG electronics) received the ‘world-first’ Common Criteria EAL2 (Evaluation Assurance Level 2) certification for Smart TVs. As far as we know, no Smart TV has received a Common Criteria EAL2 security certification until now. This article describes our experience with the certification process and examines several security and reliability aspects of Smart TVs.
Highlights
Smart TVs are typical products used in a home IoT environment that allow installing and running applications, connecting to internet, playing games, connecting to video calls, and enjoying broadcast services
TVs contain data closely related to end-users, private information can be potentially exposed through security intrusions
We looked for ways to maintain and update the firmware
Summary
Smart TVs are typical products used in a home IoT environment that allow installing and running applications, connecting to internet, playing games, connecting to video calls, and enjoying broadcast services. Since Smart TVs are connected to the Internet and public networks, they can be exposed to cyberattacks. If Smart TVs are hacked, a user’s private information can be compromised, and the reputation of the company that manufactures the product can be negatively impacted [1,2]. Agency) and UK MI5 (Military Intelligence Section 5) intercepted general users’ information by installing malware on Smart TVs and smartphones manufactured by global companies. TVs contain data closely related to end-users, private information can be potentially exposed through security intrusions. As a countermeasure against hacking and to ensure security and reliability, Smart TVs may be certified under the Common Criteria, an international standard
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