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PINs and passwords easy to steal
Existing forms of ID authentication, like PIN numbers and passwords are easy to steal.
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The ID System Debate☜Mapping the arguments around the planned introduction of a new biometric identity system in the UK in 2008/09.☜F1CEB7
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Existing ID methods aren't reliable
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PINs and passwords easy to steal
PINs and passwords easy to steal☜Existing forms of ID authentication, like PIN numbers and passwords are easy to steal.☜98CE71
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Fingerprints are easier to steal than PINs or passwords
Fingerprints are easier to steal than PINs or passwords☜Fingerprints can be lifted from many common objects, facilitating biometrics harvesting by organized crime groups.☜EF597B
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PINs and passwords can be reset
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Identity fraud is increasing
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Documents are easy to steal
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Documents easy to forge
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System not standardised
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Existing ID methods are perfectly adequate
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