Samsung Electronics has just launched a new fingerprint security integrated circuit (IC) for payment cards.
The S3B512C is the industry's first all-in-one security chip solution that can read biometric information via fingerprint sensor, store and authenticate encrypted data with tamper-proof Secure Element (SE), and analyze data with Secure Processor.
Combining three separate functions into a single chip will help card manufacturers reduce the number of chips required and optimize the card design process for biometric payments.
The card with the new chip will enable faster and safer payments because there is no need to enter a PIN on the keypad. And the possibility of fraudulent transactions made with stolen cards will also be significantly reduced.
Reported by us from Gizmochina, Thursday (27/1/2022) encrypted fingerprint data is stored in SE certification for EMVCo and Common Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level 6+ (CC EAL 6+).
The proprietary fingerprint identification algorithm works closely with the Secure Processor to securely and accurately verify the user's identity. There is also anti-spoofing technology which prevents unauthorized users from bypassing the security system through means such as artificial fingerprints.
"The S3B512C combines a fingerprint sensor, Elecure Element (SE), and Secure Processor, adding an extra layer of authentication and security in a payment card," said Kenny Han, vice president of System LSI Marketing at Samsung Electronics.
"The S3B512C is primarily designed for payment cards but can also be used on cards that require highly secure authentication such as student or employee identification, membership, or building access," he added.