6 ms·
The limited scan range is the main security. 2-6 cm is what I see quoted.
by smackfu 12y ago
The limited scan range is the main security. 2-6 cm is what I see quoted.
- Someone1234 12y agoHmmm: http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-24743920 http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-24743920
- smackfu 12y agoAlthough that does sound like it's eavesdropping on the transaction, rather than picking up the card in your pocket.
- jp555 12y agoThat is eavesdropping a transaction, not soliciting one. Plus every NFC transaction generates a new token. Even if you record it as the transaction takes place, that information cannot be used again.
- gsnedders 12y agoOn a packed street, have something to debit it in your pocket. You'll probably be within that distance of enough wallets to get enough to be worthwhile…
- mcv 12y agoMan, am I glad my bank passes are in a metal container that blocks NFC. Looks like that may have to become standard for wallets in the near future.