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Multiple biometrics available

foundational

Normative Text

Authentication does not rely solely on a single type of biometrics.

Methods & best practices

  • Method: When requiring biometric information for authentication, provide an additional way to authenticate (this may include using a different type of biometrics — for example, if a finger print is required for authentication, then voice authentication or a password must also be supported).
Tests

This section is non-normative.

Procedure

For each method of user authentication:

  1. Check that there is at least one other method of authentication (biometric or non-biometric).

Expected results

  • #1 is true.

Tests

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Key Terms

biometric

behavioral or biological characteristics

examples include but are not limited to voice, iris, appearance, fingerprint, face shape, or body movement