Introduction

As deepfake threats escalate, it’s clear that different liveness detection solutions vary in quality. Obtaining certification in global standards, like ISO/IEC 30107-3, is important. It helps distinguish real biometric solutions from marketing claims. Understanding this difference is the key to achieving true biometric security.

What ISO/IEC 30107-3 Covers (and Why It Matters)

The ISO/IEC 30107-3 standard provides the international benchmark for Presentation Attack Detection (PAD). It provides a clear guide for testing biometric systems that use face recognition. This includes checking for fake attempts, such as masks, video replays, and printed images. The standard focuses on two important error metrics:

●     APCER (Attack Presentation Classification Error Rate): Measures how often a spoof attack is incorrectly accepted as genuine.

●     BPCER (Bona Fide Presentation Classification Error Rate): Measures how often a legitimate user is incorrectly rejected.

To ensure impartiality, independent labs like iBeta, accredited by NIST/NVLAP, perform this rigorous liveness test to provide reliable third-party biometric verification. The tests are stratified into:

●     Level 1: Tests against basic spoofing attacks using simple, affordable artifacts.

●     Level 2: Tests against highly realistic and sophisticated spoofing attacks.

●     Level 3: The most stringent level, testing against state-of-the-art attack methods.

For a system to pass Level 2, it must maintain a BPCER/FNMR (False Non-Match Rate) below 15%.

Key Benefits of Certification

●     Tangible Trust: A certified system validates the effectiveness of its biometric authentication methods, offering proven resistance to spoofing, critical in sectors like finance, healthcare, and government.

●     Regulatory Edge: Certification helps you meet stringent compliance mandates like GDPR, eIDAS, and KYC, easing the regulatory burden.

●     Better User Experience and Efficiency: Certified passive liveness detection systems make biometric authentication easier. They reduced manual reviews, which speeds up onboarding and boosts conversion rates.

What to Look For in a Vendor

When evaluating a liveness detection provider, use the following checklist:

1. Certification Level: The vendor should be certified for ISO 30107-3 Level 2 or higher.

2. Lab Credentials: Ensure testing was conducted by an independent, accredited lab like iBeta.

3. Error Rate Transparency: The vendor should be transparent about their APCER and BPCER rates.

4. Seamless User Experience: Prioritize vendors that offer passive methods to ensure high user adoption. An easy-to-integrate biometric SDK is also essential.

5. Ongoing Validation: Choose solutions that are continuously updated to counter new and evolving spoofing techniques.

Choosing a liveness detection solution based on certifications rather than marketing claims isn’t just prudent,it’s essential. Ask for proof, insist on transparency, and align your security decisions with accredited standards.

The Regulatory Push: Why Independent Validation is No Longer Optional

In response to escalating threats, regulators worldwide are tightening requirements for digital identity verification. Frameworks like Europe’s GDPR and global Anti-Money Laundering (AML) directives demand robust Know Your Customer (KYC) processes.

Leading the charge in setting technical standards is the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Its guidelines, such as Special Publication 800-63-3, establish best practices for identity proofing and authentication. The message is clear: self-assessed security claims are no longer enough. The market now demands proof.

In this situation, using basic online face recognition or manual checks without a proper liveness check is risky. The market now demands real time face recognition that is verifiably secure. To build and keep trust, we need strong liveness detection. This technology checks if a real person is present during each interaction.

At OZ, we provide evidence rather than assurances. Our technology has achieved both iBeta PAD Level 1 and Level 2 certifications, demonstrating its capability to manage various forms of presentation attacks.

Our solution offers strong security and receives certification from top authorities. This ensures you can provide a smooth user experience while keeping high-level protection.