Biometric technology

Get advice from the experts on biometrics technology and security. Learn about several biometric authentication devices and methods -- fingerprint and iris scanners, facial recognition -- that can be used for secure user access and how to implement them.

April 08, 2020 08 Apr'20
Researchers beat fingerprint authentication with 3D printing scheme

New research by Cisco Talos shows popular fingerprint scanning technology can be defeated by lifting actual fingerprints and reproducing them through 3D printers.
July 10, 2019 10 Jul'19
Identity management strategy starts with people, not technology

Organizations have the tough job of creating an overarching view of identity inside and out of the company. One thing they should remember? Focus on people rather than technology.
July 08, 2019 08 Jul'19
Ipsidy's Identity Portal uses biometrics for secure access

Identity Portal by Ipsidy uses biometric authorization methods to ensure secure account access, enable users to verify changes, protect customers from fraudulent phone calls, and more.
June 26, 2019 26 Jun'19
JetBlue: Biometrics initiative will improve travel experience

In this SearchSecurity video, JetBlue's chief digital and technology officer Eash Sundaram talks about the company's biometrics and security initiatives.

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Quiz: Network security authentication methods

There are many methods available to authenticate users requesting access to an organization's systems. Test your knowledge with this quiz on authentication in network security. Continue Reading
biometrics

Biometrics is the measurement and statistical analysis of people's unique physical and behavioral characteristics. Continue Reading
Identity management vs. authentication: Know the difference

Andrew Froehlich breaks down how authentication and identity management differ and how each of them are intrinsic to an identity and access management framework. Continue Reading

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IoT biometrics play a greater role in workplaces

Organizations can use biometric interfaces to increase workplace security and employee safety through sensors and surveillance, but employers must also evaluate potential effects. Continue Reading
The pros and cons of biometric authentication

Hoping for a passwordless future? Multifactor authentication using biometrics may be the answer. Consider the pros, cons and implications of biometric authentication before deploying. Continue Reading
What is identity and access management? Guide to IAM

Identity and access management (IAM) is a framework of business processes, policies and technologies that facilitates the management of electronic or digital identities. Continue Reading

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How to ensure security for 3 types of digital identity

Enterprise identity and access management strategies must include processes for managing and securing three types of digital identity. Learn how. Continue Reading
IAM-driven biometrics in security requires adjustments

IAM is foundational to cybersecurity, but the latest systems use biometrics and other personal data. Learn how to cope with the resulting compliance and privacy issues. Continue Reading
Biometric data privacy, ethical questions complicate modern IAM

Use of biometrics in IAM systems may help secure company systems and data, but it also raises privacy issues. Here's how to keep both your security and ethical standards high. Continue Reading

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3 ways to balance biometric voter registration promise, concerns

Biometric voter registration systems could play a role in the future of election security, if developers and governments can address concerns about security and hacking. Continue Reading
6 persistent enterprise authentication security issues

Some authentication factors are considered more secure than others but still come with potential drawbacks. Learn about the most common enterprise authentication security issues. Continue Reading
In biometrics, security concerns span technical, legal and ethical

Biometrics are increasingly being used for enterprise security, but they are not without technical, legal and ethical concerns, which teams must address before deployment. Continue Reading