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The problem with biometrics is its a password you cant change. What happens if theres a leak? Unfortunately we can't update our facial structure. This kind of
by aakilfernandes 10y ago
The problem with biometrics is its a password you cant change. What happens if theres a leak? Unfortunately we can't update our facial structure.
This kind of API might be useful as a 2fa, but never as a standalone authentication mechanism.
Edit: I mispoke. The main problem isn't with leaks, its with other apps collect the same data google uses as biometrics. For example, a video chat app that grabs the same biometric data (facial structure/typing pattern) that google uses for authentication. That chat app then would have everything needed to emulate you.
- hmhrex 10y ago> What happens if theres a leak? I didn't even think of this. That's a very scary thought. Not only is it leaking your password replacement, but a good part of your identity.
- kristofferR 10y agohttp://www.ibtimes.co.uk/philippines-55m-voters-exposed-fingerprint-passport-data-stolen-1553720 http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/philippines-55m-voters-exposed-fing...
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