Despite anti-fraud measures such as UV ink marking and holographic overlays, a growing underground underground economy has emerged for criminals seeking to obtain and use fraudulent US identity cards, according to a new study conducted by Point. of inflammation.
Although only a few of these sites can provide quality fraudulent reproductions, some sites with high ratings and positive reviews can provide maps that will bypass the security measures that protect legitimate government-issued cards.
Fake ID cards pose a threat to institutions that scan login credentials, as well as businesses such as banks and other financial institutions that rely on Know Your Customer requirements. to verify the identity of your customers.
In the United States, legitimate ID cards contain complex fraud protection measures, such as REAL ID-compliant driver's license stars or properly formatted scannable barcodes. These identifiers also consist of specific durable materials that transmit light to support these security measures.
Fake identifiers
Flashpoint research found that vendors operating some of the top-rated illicit stores will advertise their ability to replicate security features on ID cards, including properly formatted barcodes, some microprints, or punched holes. To be. For example, an appropriate barcode is often sufficient to allow entry to controlled access facilities, such as government buildings, schools, or corporate offices.
The availability of high-end printers is a factor that has contributed to facilitating these fraudulent reproductions by cybercriminals. A common office photo printer has the ability to reproduce quality products. Laminating machines and plastic card printers are also easy to obtain and use. UV ink and other supplies are also commercially available for all to buy.
Transactions made in these fake identity card markets are generally made using cryptocurrencies to protect the privacy of buyers and sellers, and the delivery of a fake identity card. Quality can take anywhere from five days to three weeks.
Even if even the best fake identifiers are detected once they have been compared to a law enforcement or DMV database, many of them may be successful in the future. inspection by untrained security personnel and various standard barcode scanners.
To avoid falling victim to someone using a false identity, Flashpoint recommends that a background check through a law enforcement agency be mandatory for newcomers. employee and employee training to help identify false identities.