Articles Tagged with ''biometric access management''

The fingerprint reader from MorphoAccess that parents and employees use at the Crystal City ChildrenÃ¢??s Center in Arlington, Virginia.

How to Gain Business Value from Biometric Analytics

March 1, 2015

Though biometric analytics have been around for a few years now, Apple and Samsung’s recent introduction of fingerprint readers to their newest mobile devices prove that biometric security systems are going to be more and more commonplace in the public sector. The research organization Goode Intelligence estimates that biometric authentication will be on most mobile devices by the end of 2015 and that by 2019, it will be used by 5.5 billion people worldwide. Familiarity with biometric analytics means ease of use for employees and consumers alike.

Corporate entities and retailers are scrambling to shore up network security by addressing the primary vulnerability of network security: the login. Unique “behavioral” biometric may be the solution.

Are Login Credential Vulnerabilities the Root of Data Breaches?

Jeff Elliott

February 10, 2015

Staggering numbers from security experts suggest that over 95 percent of all corporations have experienced a data breach of some kind – many of which can go undetected for months or years.

Utilizing Biometric Single Sign-On for Stronger Data Security

Arifin Hussain

December 9, 2014

Single sign-on (SSO) is a biometric identification management system that allows end users the ability to provide their biometric credentials in place of a password, token, or personal identification number (PIN) as a secure method of system or database access.

South Korean Immigration Puts Biometrics on the Front End

August 12, 2014

Because of the capture problems that conventional fingerprint imaging systems have had in less than ideal conditions, biometrics has been limited to the backroom, to be used only by employees.

Biometric Kiosks at Banks Reduce Fraud Risk for Argentinean Pensioners

June 24, 2014

Every month, the payment of pension checks to public retirees, one of Banco Supervielle’s most important customer segments, was a complex and tedious process because the recipients had to endure an extensive authentication process with various documents and certificates.

Key Control Drives Fleet Management Operations

Fernando Pires

June 24, 2014

The overall development and availability of a wide range of operational tools for the fleet management market provides organizations with more convenience – and savings – in managing vehicles.

French Senate Debates Proposal for Biometric Technology Restrictions

May 1, 2014

If proposals in the French Senate come to fruition, the country could become one of the first in the world to make sweeping laws against the use of biometric technology, excepting certain stringent security-based cases.

Uses Heartbeats for Biometric Authentication

From Bionym

March 1, 2014

This wristband features an embedded electrocardiogram (ECG) sensor to use your unique heartbeat to unlock your identity.

Authenticates Users Directly on Cards via Fingerprint

From Zwipe

March 1, 2014

This biometric card quickly reads a user’s fingerprint in less than one second for access control, and it eliminates the problems of depending on PINs and standard cards.

Why Ports Need Proven, Agile Solutions Now

David R. Powers

February 25, 2014

While the recent budget deal may provide some relief for agencies charged with transportation domain security, this year the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will face infinite national security challenges with a finite amount of funding.

ON DEMAND: In this webinar, Regina Lester, Vice President of Security & Safety Operations at Toledo Zoo, will share her insights on implementing security technologies in the entertainment sector and the challenges all organizations face — large and small — when it comes to balancing budget and security.