Iris scanners? eek

[Leslie]

I don't know if I like this technology...

When it comes to getting through the long lines at Pearson International Airport, the eyes have it. Or they will, once authorities begin using an iris scanning device to fast track passengers through the terminals. The device is designed to allow pre-screened low risk flyers to get past the red tape of customs and security checks in minutes - and without hassles.

To be eligible, a passenger would first fill out a form, provide their fingerprints, agree to underground an extensive background check, and pay a still unset annual registration fee. Once that's done and the applicant is approved, the scanner would do the rest. It's programmed to recognize the unique characteristics of the iris, which are said to be even more unique than fingerprints. When the machine recognizes who you are, it allows you to bypass the normal channels, and offers freer access to areas of the airport for which you'd normally have to await clearance.

The device is believed to be virtually fool-proof, and is designed for both speed and security. But don't get ready to be a line jumper just yet. While the technology is on the premises, it won't actually be put into use until sometime next spring.

source

 

[unclehobart]

you can hack bank numbers and lift fingerprints... at least an eyescan pattern is a serious pain in the butt to dupe.

 

[Shadowfax]

I would like that idea

 

[Aunty Em]

at least an eyescan pattern is a serious pain in the butt to dupe

Not really - it just requires the correct eyeball - a quick dig with your thumb, a flip and you've got it.

 

[MitchSchaft]

Those who give up liberty for the sake of security deserve neither liberty nor security.

--- Ben Franklin

 

[Justintime]

i can see it, people start stealing peoples eyeballs to get into stuff, minority report flashback

 

[Gato_Solo]

Or Demolition Man...

 

[unclehobart]

All of that wouldn't work unless you plopped the eye into your socket and happend to also have the same features as your target. Half of the process is a facial recognition program.

 

[karlwb]

But what is more scary is the fact that the iris scanner is controlled by a Micro$oft operating system,

imagine the scene –

Someone has been using the controlling PC to download stuff at lunchtime;

The iris scanner is activated by someone – a virus has gotten on the the PC via a security hole in Outlook;

Scanner sets to full power!!!

ZAPP!!!!!!

Nice neat hole punched through the back of your head!!!!!

I know it wouldn’t happen like that, but even so…………..

 

[ris]

blue-screen of death sprayed neatly across your retina...

 

[Jon]

 

[Squiggy]

Keep going...I need enough for a new sci-fi thriller....sounds great so far.

 

[Kruz]

I wonder how many blind beta testers there are now