How Biometrics Secure the Smart Card

Biometrics involves measuring and analyzing unique biological characteristics, primarily fingerprints captured by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).

• Embedded Security: Biometric data is stored securely on the chip embedded within the Smart ID card.
• Eliminating Vulnerability: Biometrics eliminate the vulnerability of signatures and photographs, which can be easily faked, setting a high bar for impersonation.
• Impact on Validation: The future of validation will involve confirming the user's liveness and biometric match against the trusted DHA data, adding a critical layer of assurance beyond the 13 digits.