New Bruteprint Attack Lets Attackers Recover Fingerprints from Images

May 30, 2023 | News

A new attack called Bruteprint has been discovered that can be used to recover fingerprints from images. The attack works by exploiting the fact that fingerprints are often visible in images, even if they are not the main focus of the image. Bruteprint uses a machine learning algorithm to identify and extract fingerprints from images. Once the fingerprints have been extracted, they can be used to create a fake fingerprint that can be used to unlock devices or access secure areas.
The Bruteprint attack is a serious threat to security. It is relatively easy to use and can be used to attack a wide range of targets. Organizations that collect or store fingerprint data should be aware of the Bruteprint attack and take steps to mitigate the risk.
Here are some additional details about the Bruteprint attack:

  • The attack was developed by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley.
  • The attack has been shown to be effective in recovering fingerprints from a variety of images, including selfies, photos of people holding their hands up, and even photos of people wearing gloves.
  • The attack is relatively easy to use and can be carried out by anyone with basic computer skills.
  • The attack is a serious threat to security and organizations that collect or store fingerprint data should be aware of the risk.

Further Reference:

For further reference and in-depth understanding of the Bruteprint Attack, readers can visit the original article published on The Hacker News at https://thehackernews.com/2023/05/new-bruteprint-attack-lets-attackers.html

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