Four key trends driving sustainable use of biometrics

We discuss the importance of implementing practices for the responsible and ethical use of biometrics.
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YouTuber hacks fingerprint scanner of OnePlus 7 Pro using hot glue

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The Youtuber also claimed that the OnePlus 7 Pro’s fingerprint sensor is the quickest in-display sensor they have ever seen. The new OnePlus 7 Pro from OnePlus is definitely a refreshing change in the smartphones market because of its po… Continue reading YouTuber hacks fingerprint scanner of OnePlus 7 Pro using hot glue

Nokia 9, Julian Assange, & Tenable – Paul’s Security Weekly #602

In the Security News, how Tenable experts found 15 flaws in wireless penetration systems, Julian Assange refused exfiltration to the US, PoC exploits for old SAP config flaws increase risk of attacks, and how 1.75 million dollars was stolen from a Chur… Continue reading Nokia 9, Julian Assange, & Tenable – Paul’s Security Weekly #602

Fujifilm, Facebook, & Black Holes – Paul’s Security Weekly #601

    Serious vulnerabilities found in Fujifilm x-ray devices, Facebook could be fined 5 billion over privacy violations, preinstalled malware on bootleg streaming devices, hackers using SIM swapping to steal cryptocurrency, and how a 29 year old compute… Continue reading Fujifilm, Facebook, & Black Holes – Paul’s Security Weekly #601

Samsung Galaxy S10’ biometric sensor hackable with copy of owner’s fingerprint

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The fingerprint security feature of Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+ has been hacked using only a 3D printer and printed fingerprint of the owner. The hack can be carried out without the presence of the actual owner since a printed copy of the fing… Continue reading Samsung Galaxy S10’ biometric sensor hackable with copy of owner’s fingerprint

Fooling Fingerprint Scanners With A Resin Printer

Biometrics have often been used as a form of access control. While this was initially limited to bank vaults in Hollywood movies, it’s now common to see such features on many laptops and smartphones. Despite the laundry list of reasons why this is a bad idea, the technology continues to …read more

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