How to get past the fingerprint-scanner of the iPhone 5S: [View all]

[DetlefK]

The german hacker-community CCC (Chaos Computer Club) has found a way to trick the fingerprint-scanner of the iPhone 5S: Steal the fingerprints and print them on a transparent foil. They method is actually pretty old. They admitted, they only had to increase the resolution.

They also lambasted Apple for even considering something that unreliable as a security-measure.

Step 1: make a digital photo of the fingerprint

Step 2: enhance quality with software (and adjust for size)

Step 3: print on a transparent foil

Step 4: spread a very thin layer of glue or latex-milk on the foil; the liquid will amass on the printed areas, forming a relief when solidifying

Step 5: carefully moisturize the relief a little bit before use


http://www.spiegel.de/netzwelt/netzpolitik/fingerabdruck-scanner-ccc-hackt-apples-touch-id-a-923797.html