Biometric Technologies: Functionality, Emerging Trends, and Vulnerabilities
Joseph V. Di Nardo Bs · Journal of Applied Security Research · 2008
Biometric identification methods are quickly becoming commonplace in security and access control applications. This article presents a general overview of various biometric technologies along with some of the vulnerabilities related to them. Those reading this article will gain a general understanding of the history behind each biometric technology as well as the direction each method is taking for the future. Although the area of biometrics is still somewhat adolescent in regards to mainstream public acceptance, some of these technologies may one day be a part of our everyday lives.