Have you noticed that there are so many methods of identity verification these days?
Previously, we simply logged in to a
system with a password. Presently, passwords alone seem
insufficiently secure.
Recent news stories note how unauthorized or fraudulent
transactions have been conducted simply by using a password.
Sounds scary, right? So, how can we avoid this?
Multi-factor authentication is an
answer to this issue. With more steps involved,
multi-factor authentication ensures that user accounts will
become more secure. When first logging in to a system,
a password is required, and then an OTP (one-time password)
must be entered when you want to change information.
Are you familiar with this?
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Aside from identity verification via the use of password or
OTP,
biometric authentication has gained traction as it is a way to
identify individuals based on their unique characteristics
which are
difficult to duplicate or steal. Applications and new devices
have been developed to accommodate biometric authentication.
such as fingerprint or face recognition for access a
smartphone.
Let’s get to know biometric authentication so that we can use it more securely and efficiently.
What’s biometric authentication?
Biometric authentication is a way to identify individuals based on their unique characteristics such as fingerprint, iris, facial structure or voice. It involves the use of biotechnology, health technology and computer science for data compilation, recognition and storage, for comparing and processing the identity of an individual. That is its main mechanism. How many types of biometric authentication are there?
How to use Biometrics with highest security?
Biometric is the way of authentication that significant and has to be used with caution because if something went wrong, your account might be compromised or inaccessible your account. Here are some tips to securely perform biometric authentication
If your data is not securely stored, leading to its leakage, your biometric data cannot be changed.
As technology makes life ever more convenient, data security and privacy are of paramount importance.