This Is How Doing a Peace Sign in a Photo Could Put You at Serious Risk For Criminal Activity
When it comes to fraud, anything is possible. The proof is in a study that was conducted by Japanese researchers. We all know we have to be careful about the photos we put online but did you know that a simple peace sign could put you in danger?
This discovery was made in Japan and doing a simple peace sign in a photograph could end up costing you dearly. According to researchers at the National Institute of Technology in Japan, it would be possible to digitally recreate your fingerprints just using a high-quality photograph of your hand.
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Technology perfect for fraudsters
As new technologies develop and digital recognition becomes more and more present in our society, a simple photo in the wrong hands could allow fraudsters to steal your private information. 'The data can be recreated if the fingers are visible and in focus and the light is good', explained Isao Echizen. We might be needing a new favorite pose right?
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