The Chief Justice of India asked about biometrics access system installation

The Chief Justice of India (CJI) asked whether the biometrics-based access entry security system is ready in WB hospitals. Does CJI know that biometrics is easily spoofable?

The CJI asked in the last hearing of the R. G. Kar doctor murder and rape case at the Supreme Court on October 15, 2024, about the status of work related to hospital security.

In addition to CC cameras, emergency alarm buttons, resting rooms, security staff, etc, the CJI also asked about installing biometrics-based access entry security systems.

The CJI specifically asked about the status of biometric access systems and where these sensors are being installed.

As an information security researcher and a long-time hands-on researcher of biometrics recognition technology, I have a vital viewpoint on this topic.

Does CJI know that biometrics is inherently unreliable and easily spoofable?

Is CJI aware that fraudsters regularly loot money from Indian citizens' bank accounts using biometrics (fingerprint) spoofs and Aadhar-enabled Payment Systems?

Biometrics recognition technology is inherently probabilistic and unreliable and can compromise security.

The security-lowering features of biometrics should raise concerns among public, private, and government bodies, including the Supreme Court of India.

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