Iris ID announced a significant milestone in biometric security with its iA FacePAD algorithm version 2.5.3 achieving Level 2 Presentation Attack Detection (PAD) compliance.
The highly regarded iBeta Quality Assurance conducted the assessment, utilizing Iris ID’s iBAR 600E device alongside the iBAR 600E CS REST API demo application. This advancement from Level 1 to Level 2 compliance highlights Iris ID’s dedication to enhancing biometric solutions that effectively combat sophisticated spoofing methods, thus ensuring robust protection of identities.
Evaluating biometric countermeasures
For more than a quarter-century, iBeta Quality Assurance has been a pivotal provider of rigorous software testing services for esteemed global brands. Notably, its PAD testing adheres to the stringent ISO/IEC 30107-3 standards, offering a comprehensive evaluation of biometric countermeasures. This testing assesses the resilience of biometric systems against presentation attacks, which usually occur during the capture phase.
The transition from Level 1 to Level 2 PAD compliance introduces more challenging testing conditions designed to simulate real-world and adversarial circumstances. Key differences include:
- Assessments conducted under less predictable capture conditions
- Substantially increased security thresholds surpassing Level 1 standards
- Evaluation against a broader array of sophisticated Presentation Attack Instruments (PAIs)
- Incorporation of higher-quality attack artifacts, such as advanced print media and realistic mask presentations
Multimodal biometric solutions
The Level 2 assessment involved alternating between genuine and artifact presentations
The Level 2 assessment involved alternating between genuine and artifact presentations, consisting of 150 attack trials and 50 authentic presentations over a 24-hour period.
Notably, iBeta's testing yielded zero successful captures of attack attempts out of 750, resulting in an Attack Presentation Classification Error Rate (APCER) of 0%. Recognised for its prowess in iris recognition technology, Iris ID continues to innovate in multimodal biometric solutions, which combine facial and iris recognition to elevate security measures, particularly in response to the rising sophistication of deepfakes and identity fraud threats.
Delivering enhanced security
Mohammed Murad, Chief Revenue Officer at Iris ID, remarked, “Iris ID is strengthening its commitment to defending 'One Trusted Identity.' Our rapid progression from Level 1 to Level 2 compliance reflects the dedication and expertise of our engineering team and reinforces our ability to meet today’s market demands while innovating for the future.”
Iris ID remains steadfast in delivering solutions that inspire confidence and trust among partners and customers globally.
Iris ID, the pioneer in non-contact biometric identity authentication technologies, announces that its iA FacePAD algorithm v2.5.3 has successfully achieved Level 2 Presentation Attack Detection (PAD) compliance. Testing was conducted by iBeta Quality Assurance using Iris ID’s exclusive, iBAR 600E device in conjunction with the iBAR 600E CS REST API demo application.
The advancement from Level 1 to Level 2 compliance underscores Iris ID’s commitment to delivering biometric solutions capable of defending against increasingly sophisticated spoofing attempts while reliably protecting One Trusted Identity™.
Evaluating biometric countermeasures
For more than 25 years, iBeta Quality Assurance has provided critical software testing services for many of the world’s most trusted brands. iBeta’s PAD testing, conducted in accordance with ISO/IEC 30107-3 standards, is among the most rigorous assessments for evaluating biometric countermeasures against presentation attacks that occur at the point of biometric capture.
Key differences between Level 1 and Level 2 PAD compliance include:
- Testing under less predictable capture conditions that better reflect real-world and adversarial scenarios
- Significantly higher security thresholds, exceeding baseline Level 1 requirements
- Validation against a wider and more sophisticated range of Presentation Attack Instruments (PAIs)
- Use of higher-quality attack artifacts, including advanced print media and realistic mask presentations
Multimodal biometric solutions
Level 2 compliance testing involved one bona fide subject presentation alternating with three artifact presentations. This resulted in a total of 150 presentation attack attempts and 50 bona fide presentations conducted over a 24-hour period. During testing, iBeta was unable to obtain a liveness classification for a total of 750 attack attempts. The attack presentation classification error rate (APCER) was 0%.
Iris ID is widely recognised for its leadership in iris recognition technology and biometric innovation for critical environments. With the addition of Level 2-compliant iA FacePAD, Iris ID continues to pioneer multimodal biometric solutions that integrate facial and iris recognition to deliver enhanced security, particularly as deepfakes grow more advanced and identity fraud risks increase.
Delivering enhanced security
“Iris ID is strengthening its commitment to defending ‘One Trusted Identity,’” said Mohammed Murad, Chief Revenue Officer at Iris ID. “Our rapid progression from Level 1 to Level 2 compliance reflects the dedication and expertise of our engineering team and reinforces our ability to meet today’s market demands while innovating for the future.”
Iris ID remains committed to delivering solutions that earn the confidence and trust of its partners and customers worldwide.
