The article “Hacking Humans: Protecting Our DNA From Cybercriminals” talked about how the digitization of DNA and the potential it provides for medical research. While there would be many benefits from this, I can’t help but think of the risks that would come with the digitization of DNA. I don’t believe the personal and medical benefits would outweigh the security risks simply because there would now be the opportunity for PII to be leaked. Unlike a social security number or credit card, once someone’s DNA gets out, it’s pretty much out there forever for anyone to do anything with.  

I believe discrimination in the workplace would become more prevalent with the use of DNA. Employers should not be able to see your genetic makeup when making a hiring decision, or at all, honestly. Using DNA to determine if a person is a “fit” for the job feels unethical. If these databases were to get accessed by unauthorized parties, genetic discriminationwouldn’t be the only concern 

Humans have been the easiest way for hackers to gain access into networks, and I don’t think that will change with the use of biological data. “Human factor” security would now be even more useful than traditional digital passwords because PII would need to be held under higher security. There would need to be a version that includes more security but doesn’t hinder humans, making them want to find ways around it.  

All in all, I do not think digitizing DNA would be beneficial for humans in general. There would be an increase in hacking that now involves PII, which can lead to many different cybercrimes.