Reply from CHASE KNIGHT

CRISPR gene editing holds great promise for advancing medicine, but it also presents good ethical challenges, particularly in the field of BioCybersecurity. As genetic information is increasingly stored and processed digitally, it creates new opportunities for cyber threats. For example, the article “Malicious Code Written into DNA Infects the Computer that Reads it” reveals how DNA can be engineered to compromise sequencing software. But, “Hacking Humans” explores how genetic data might be stolen or abused, raising concerns about privacy and potential discrimination. Major ethical considerations include ensuring informed consent, implementing robust data security, and addressing the risk of CRISPR being used for harmful purposes. As this technology progresses, ethical and regulatory safeguards must keep pace to protect both individuals and society.