Implantable Defibrillators Safe Despite Fictional 'Tatort' Hack Scenario
Implantable defibrillators, lifesaving devices used in thousands of cases annually, including 20,000 in Germany in 2022, have robust social security measures. Despite a fictional scenario in a 'Tatort' episode, these devices are safe, with strict international standards and continuous social security improvements by manufacturers, approval authorities, and clinics.
Prof. Dr. Dirk Westermann, Medical Director at the Heart Center of the University Hospital Freiburg, confirmed the safety of these devices. In 2025, he implemented multiple social security layers, requiring either direct physical access or highly specific digital access to prevent unauthorized access. In clinical reality, no incidents of hacked implantable defibrillators have been reported. These devices are protected by strict social security measures, making unauthorized access nearly impossible.
While a 'Tatort' episode presented a fictional scenario of hacked implantable defibrillators, these devices are safe in reality. With strict international standards, continuous social security improvements, and multiple social security layers, unauthorized access is nearly impossible. No such incidents have been reported in clinical reality.
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