Jason Hong
Professor, Computer Science Department, Human-Computer Interaction Institute
Jason Hong is an associate professor in the Human-Computer Interaction Institute, part of the School of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University. He works in the areas of usability, mobility, privacy, and security. His research lies at the intersection of human-computer interaction, privacy and security, and systems, focusing primarily on two questions:
- How can we use rich sensor data to improve our lives?
- How can we make privacy and security easier for everyone?
Hong’s research group is CHIMPS (Computer Human Interaction: Mobility Privacy Security). The group’s work has been featured in CNN, The New York Times, and BBC.
Education
2005 Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of California at Berkeley
1997 B.S. in Discrete Mathematics, Georgia Institute of Technology
1997 B.S. in Computer Science, Georgia Institute of Technology
Affiliations
Research Interests
- Applications of security and privacy
- human computer interaction
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- IoT security and privacy
- mobile and app security and privacy
- mobile computing
- privacy
- privacy enhancing technologies
- security education, awareness, and training
- Usability and human behavior
- usable privacy and security
- usable security
Media mentions
Health
Hong quoted on protecting reproductive health user data
CyLab’s Jason Hong spoke to Health about protecting reproductive health user data in the wake of Roe v. Wade’s overturn.
Consumer Affairs
Hong quoted on travel scams
CyLab’s Jason Hong spoke with Consumer Affairs about avoiding travel-related scams, particularly when reviewing electronic notifications like text messages.
CyLab Security and Privacy Institute
Peekaboo! Here’s a system to guarantee smart home privacy
CyLab researchers have developed a new privacy-sensitive architecture for developers to build smart home apps.
NPR
Hong quoted on period tracking apps
CyLab’s Jason Hong was quoted in an NPR article on period tracking apps after the leaked Supreme Court draft overturning Roe V. Wade. “Your data could actually be all over the network at this point. And it’s really hard to track what’s going on.” Hong said.
CyLab Security and Privacy Institute
CyLab researchers investigate Apple’s privacy labels
Roughly a year after Apple rolled out its privacy label requirements, CyLab researchers have gained a comprehensive look at the state of iOS privacy labels.
CyLab Security and Privacy Institute
“Adulting” for cybersecurity, GANs, and more: CyLab’s 2022 seed funding awardees
Over $400K in seed funding has been awarded to 18 different faculty and staff across seven departments at Carnegie Mellon to support security and privacy research.
Popular Science
Hong on QR code scams
CyLab’s Jason Hong explains how to avoid getting scammed through QR codes in a recent Popular Science article.
CyLab Security and Privacy Institute
Avoid a privacy nightmare with “Lean Privacy Review”
CyLab researchers have developed a fast, cheap, and easy-to-access method to catch privacy issues early in a system’s development process.
CyLab Security and Privacy Institute
Protect your security and privacy with these tips from CyLab faculty
In celebration of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a collection of CyLab faculty have shared some tips they recommend following to stay safe online.
Lifewire
Hong quoted on digitalizing IDs
CyLab’s Jason Hong was quoted in Lifewire on the positives and negatives of the iPhone update that will make IDs digital.
IEEE Spectrum
Hong quoted on online privacy
CyLab’s Jason Hong was quoted in IEEE Spectrum about a new tool designed to remove manipulative design features from popular apps.
Lodging Magazine
Hong quoted on privacy
CyLab’s Jason Hong was quoted in Lodging Magazine on privacy in guest rooms and other accommodations.