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technology2 years ago•6 min saved

Windows Hello Fingerprint Authentication Vulnerability Exposes Laptop Security Risks

Researchers have discovered vulnerabilities in Windows Hello's fingerprint authentication system that allow attackers to bypass the security feature on certain laptops. The vulnerabilities were found in the fingerprint sensors of Dell Inspiron 15, Lenovo ThinkPad T14, and Microsoft Surface Pro 8/X devices. The attacks involve manipulating the communication between the sensor chip and the operating system, allowing attackers to log in as a different user. The researchers recommend device makers to address these design flaws and for users to check for updates or firmware fixes.

via The Register|

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Windows Hello Fingerprint Security Bypassed on Major Laptop Brands

Security researchers have discovered vulnerabilities in the embedded fingerprint sensors of Dell Inspiron, Lenovo ThinkPad, and Microsoft Surface Pro X laptops, allowing them to bypass Windows Hello fingerprint authentication. The researchers successfully exploited security flaws in the fingerprint sensors made by ELAN, Synaptics, and Goodix, using man-in-the-middle attacks and custom Linux-powered devices. Despite Microsoft's Secure Device Connection Protocol (SDCP), which was designed to protect the communication between the fingerprint device and the host, the researchers found that SDCP was not enabled on two out of three of the targeted laptops. They recommend that vendors enable SDCP to enhance the security of biometric authentication solutions.

via BleepingComputer|

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