The Changing Faces of Library Privacy

Brown-Syed, Christopher

doi:10.1300/j114v18n01_02

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“…Suffice it to say, the library database is rarely totally secure and RFIDs give the hacker just one more reason to go after the library database. Librarians also need to be wary of any back‐door access into their systems left open by their hardware and software vendors (Brown‐Syed, 2003, p. 4).…”

Section: Rfid Tag Securitymentioning

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RFID security concerns

Muir

2007

Library Hi Tech

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PurposeIncreasing numbers of libraries are implementing RFID solutions supplementing or replacing their existing barcode systems. While RFIDs offer many time saving benefits and productivity enhancements, they also expose libraries and their patrons to a number of potential violations of patron privacy both inside and outside the library. In an era where there is an escalating, ongoing debate over libraries and patron privacy, RFIDs warrant further review. The purpose of this article is to explore the validity of some of these concerns and outline recommendations and best practices to minimize the risks to libraries and their patrons.Design/methodology/approachAn extensive review was made of the literature review with an argument for careful understanding of the issues.FindingsThe potential risks associated with RFID security violations are a potential threat and any library implementing an RFID systen should be aware of all the facts before proceeding.Practical implicationsRFID literature should be reviewed by any library considering implementing RFIDOriginality/valueThere has been no other article in Library Hi Tech on RFID.

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Section: Rfid Tag Securitymentioning

confidence: 99%

RFID security concerns

Muir

2007

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The Changing Faces of Library Privacy

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