Among the most common questions we answer is definitely the most basic question - what is the Faraday bag suitable for and what situations should it be used in? Not only on our e-shop, you will find a lot of information about Faraday bags being suitable for law enforcement officers who primarily need to ensure that essential data is not deleted when transporting devices of interest. However, this is not the only use, and the Faraday bag is also suitable for the average user who likes to protect their privacy. We have therefore decided to describe some situations in this article.
We certainly don't need to remind you that nowadays electronic devices are an indispensable part of our every day and due to frequent interactions, we store very sensitive personal and professional information on them. This is, of course, very convenient, but only until our sensitive data is illegally obtained or altered. And that you have nothing to hide? You don't want anyone to be able to look through family photos or read messages or notes. Acquiring such information can lead to more sophisticated attacks down the road, where your financial resources or physical privacy may be compromised. Protecting sensitive data is therefore more important than ever given today's cyber threats and will therefore be featured in the following paragraphs along with other reasons.
- Protecting your privacy
Virtually all electronic devices today interact with the outside world in some way. In the past, wired connections were predominant; today, wireless technologies are the most common. These are not only mobile telecommunications networks, but also Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC and GPS. It is not only because of your interaction with the device, but also because of these communication channels that a mobile device usually contains more private information about you than the user can imagine.
More than once a vulnerability has been discovered in mobile devices that allows internal, i.e. personal, data to be downloaded over a greater or lesser distance. In some cases, the vulnerabilities were even severe enough to allow an attacker to obtain arbitrary mobile phone content or even access to a microphone or camera. This then combines with GPS coordinates to form a complete picture of what you are doing. Of course, we don't want to say that you encounter threats like this every day, but it's better to be alert, isn't it?
Being cautious and storing your device in a Faraday bag pays off, especially in sensitive meetings or confidential conversations where you want to be sure you're not being eavesdropped on, tracked or be the victim of a different type of an attack. And no, protecting yourself by turning off your mobile device or switching to airplane mode is not equivalent. Not only does flight mode nowadays not automatically have to turn off wireless communications like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, but the device itself allows communication with the outside world even though it pretends to be turned off. For example, think of the prompt when turning off an iOS device - "iPhone Findable After Power Off". This option can be deactivated in the settings of course, but are you sure it is really deactivated then?
- Securing your car from keyless entry attacks
The vast majority of modern vehicles offer a keyless entry system among the list of optional equipment or even as standard. This is very convenient for the average user, who can keep the key to the vehicle in his pocket or bag at all times, and can unlock it when approaching the vehicle and drive away with it without the driver having to touch the key in any way.
Leaving aside the fact that encryption of communication is not yet standard in the automotive industry, the main vulnerability of keyless entry technology is the ability to amplify the key signal, i.e. to convince the vehicle that the key is in its vicinity and thus allow the thief access or even the ability to simply drive away with the vehicle. There are plenty of videos on the web showing how quickly a thief is able to get into a vehicle.
- Travel safely
Travelling is already an integral part of our lives and going beyond our country's borders is probably not surprising. What may surprise us, however, are the practices of thieves or attackers that are not yet commonly practiced in our country. Certainly, it goes without saying that passports or cards contain RFID chips that can be quickly read by an attacker, and again, this is very sensitive personal information that you do not give out to people on the spot and therefore needs to be protected.
To ensure sufficient protection, it is advisable to store travel documents in a Faraday bag. Wallets and various transfer cases can also be found on the market, but it should be noted here that beauty may not provide sufficient protection. Therefore, when making your choice, emphasize on the quality of shielding so that your efforts spent on privacy will not be wasted.
- Digital Detox: Disconnect from the virtual world and recharge your batteries.
At a time when we're constantly bombarded with social media notifications, emails and other notifications, it's hard to find time to unplug and recharge. The Faraday bag is a great tool for anyone looking for a digital detox. Just place your device in the Faraday bag and you'll automatically find yourself in a distraction-free environment that lets you focus on important tasks, or you can disconnect from the virtual world and recharge your batteries without worrying about being interrupted. We recommend doing this regularly, it may feel a little strange at first, but after a while you'll look forward to that kind of freedom.
Conclusion
Whether you're a professional, a traveler, or you value your privacy, the Faraday bag is an indispensable digital protection tool. As technology continues to evolve and new threats emerge, its importance will continue to grow. The Faraday bag provides peace of mind to those concerned about the dangers of cell phone radiation, location tracking or data tampering. Actively defending against hackers instead of being a passive potential target greatly reduces the chances of falling victim to an attack that you usually don't find out about until it's too late. Investing in a high-quality Faraday bag is a small price to pay for the peace of mind it provides. When selecting one, always ensure that its design meets the Faraday cage principle and ideally uses multiple layers of shielding material to provide maximum protection.
