Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) — Question 43

A potential problem related to the physical installation of the Iris Scanner in regards to the usage of the iris pattern within a biometric system is:

Answer options

• A. concern that the laser beam may cause eye damage
• B. the iris pattern changes as a person grows older.
• C. there is a relatively high rate of false accepts.
• D. the optical unit must be positioned so that the sun does not shine into the aperture.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because positioning the optical unit to avoid sunlight is crucial for accurate readings of the iris pattern. Options A, B, and C, while they may present concerns, do not directly relate to the physical installation's impact on the reliability of the biometric system.