| Title: | Limiting privacy by using smart meters - information security perspectives |
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| Authors: | ID Jelenc, Uroš (Author)
ID Markelj, Blaž (Author) |
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| Files: |  https://www.fvv.um.si/rv/arhiv/2019-4/02_Jelenc_Markelj_rV_2019-4.html
 RAZ_Jelenc_Uros_2019.pdf (578,48 KB)
MD5: 440E19B21AAC9A46D5602D00201F24B4
PID: 20.500.12556/dkum/2b1091f3-a62d-4865-9661-0517596a5878
https://www.fvv.um.si/rv/arhiv/2019-4/02_Jelenc_Markelj_rV_2019-4.pdf
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| Language: | English |
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| Work type: | Scientific work |
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| Typology: | 1.01 - Original Scientific Article |
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| Organization: | FVV - Faculty of Criminal Justice and Security
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| Abstract: | Purpose:
The purpose of this paper is to present the key features of smart energy meters, their strengths and weaknesses. In addition, the paper aims at establishing how they interfere with user privacy and determine the users’ level of awareness.
Design/Methods/Approach:
For the purpose of this paper, existing literature was reviewed and analysed, and a questionnaire was distributed in a digital form. 229 respondents participated in the survey.
Findings:
It has been found that smart energy meters collect very accurate information about users’ electricity consumption at short intervals. The information can then be used to identify devices, identify the presence or absence of people, their habits and activities. According to the survey results, the awareness among people using smart energy meters is low.
Research Limitations / Implications:
The limitations stem from the survey sample, as only people who are users of online social networks, e-mail and internet messaging applications (Viber, WhatsApp) were included in the survey.
Practical Implications:
The paper presents key findings in the field of smart energy meters and their potential for compromising individuals’ safety and privacy. The paper discusses different ways in which energy consumption information can be exploited and used to harm users, as well as methods for establishing a secure and reliable network.
Originality/Value:
Due to the increasing share of smart energy meters installed in Slovenia, there is an increasing risk of privacy intrusions and threats to the safety of individuals. The research findings will help increasing users’ awareness about smart energy meters and prevent potential abuse of their data. |
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| Publication status: | Published |
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| Publication version: | Version of Record |
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| Year of publishing: | 2019 |
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| Number of pages: | str. 346-365 |
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| Numbering: | Letn. 21, št. 4 |
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| PID: | 20.500.12556/DKUM-76044  |
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| UDC: | 004.056 |
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| ISSN on article: | 1580-0253 |
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| COBISS.SI-ID: | 3838698 |
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| NUK URN: | URN:SI:UM:DK:7PTOI2QT |
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| Publication date in DKUM: | 10.04.2020 |
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| Views: | 1174 |
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| Downloads: | 77 |
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| Categories: | Misc.
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