"Brainjacking" is a term used to describe the act of seizing control over an individual's brain functions through the hacking of implanted chips. These chips may serve medical purposes, such as regulating bodily functions for individuals with neurological conditions, or advanced technological purposes, like cognitive augmentation or direct communication with external devices.
The scenario of brainjacking often involves computer hacking, enabling a third party to manipulate the signals sent or received by the brain chip, thus taking control of the individual's actions or thoughts. This raises significant ethical, security, and privacy concerns, highlighting the emerging challenges posed by the convergence of technology and biology.
The science fiction novel depicted a dystopian future where criminals engaged in brainjacking, infiltrating neural implants to control the minds of unsuspecting citizens.