biometrics
“Secure in your thoughts” – malware memories and brain passwords in the Stroke of Genius podcast
Jul 15, 2020I’m in the latest episode of the “Stroke of Genius” podcast, which looks at passwords and how researchers are exploring ways to use brain patterns as a way to unlock devices. I’m on hand to describe the workings of some notorious password-stealing malware, and also share some stories of how computer games helped me get a job in the cybersecurity industry.
Smashing Security podcast #173: 5G fiascos, Zoom gloom, and butt biometrics
Apr 9, 2020We take a look at the stinky backside of surveillance, gas about the latest video-conferencing threats, and jump into the murky world of 5G conspiracy theories. All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the “Smashing Security” podcast, with special guest technology broadcaster David McClelland.
Smashing Security podcast #157: A biometric knuckle duster
Dec 5, 2019What is Kaspersky’s ugly ring for? Is there something suspicious about how NordVPN lets you stream Disney+? And why did a hacker impersonate a music producer? All this and much more is discussed in the latest edition of the award-winning “Smashing Security” podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Maria Varmazis.
More than a million people have their biometric data exposed in massive security breach
Aug 15, 2019A biometrics system used to secure more than 1.5 million locations around the world – including banks, police forces, and defence companies in the United States, UK, India, Japan, and the UAE – has suffered a major data breach, exposing a huge number of records and unencrypted fingerprints. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.
HMRC to finally erase five million voice records it collected without permission
May 3, 2019The biometric voice data had been collected without explicit consent from people calling the HMRC’s telephone hotline for advice.
Thousands of taxpayers tell HMRC to delete voiceprint data it stored without consent
Jan 28, 2019The UK tax authority continues to store a huge database of millions of voice IDs which were collected without permission.
Prick up your ears! There’s a new biometric in town
Apr 23, 2018Boffins at NEC say that they have developed a biometric technology that can surreptitiously identify individuals by differences in their ears.
Are you looking at me? Welcome to the world of facial recognition
Jul 13, 2017As new technologies develop, it’s worth reminding ourselves that just because we can do something doesn’t mean that we should. Often a new technology can bring plenty of new opportunities to do amazing things, but that doesn’t mean that it cannot also be ripe for abuse. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.
Smashing Security podcast #022: Walk this way… to defeat biometrics
May 25, 2017In this latest edition of the “Smashing Security” podcast, the team are joined by Paul Ducklin to discuss bizarre biometrics, Mac malware, emails sent to the Bank of England, Jane Austen and The Bangles. Check it out, and subscribe to the show on iTunes!
Flashing a peace sign in selfies could lead to identity theft, scientists warn
Jan 12, 2017Will you think twice before flashing the “peace” sign in photographs? Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.
Hackers have stolen almost six million US Government fingerprints
Sep 24, 2015The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has revealed in a statement that when hackers breached its systems earlier this year they made away with approximately 5.6 million fingerprints. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.
How to bust keyboard biometrics, and why you might want to
Jul 28, 2015Keyboard behaviour biometrics might be good for security, but less palatable for privacy – revealing who you are, even if you have covered your tracks with the likes of Tor. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.
How to beat fingerprint scanners [VIDEO]
Sep 11, 2013 With the launch of the iPhone 5S, more people will be using fingerprint sensors as part of their daily security than ever before. But just how can fingerprint locks be defeated, and how easy is it? The guys at MythBusters have found out.
Touch ID: Apple’s iPhone fingerprint sensor FAQ
Sep 11, 2013Apple has announced the iPhone 5S, which incorporates a biometric fingerprint sensor. The company is calling it Touch ID. But is it a good thing for security and privacy?