Kenneth C. Laudon,Jane P. Laudon Management Information System 12th Edition pdf

Biometric authentication 

uses systems that read and interpret individual

human traits, such as fingerprints, irises, and voices, in order to grant or deny

access. Biometric authentication is based on the measurement of a physical or

behavioral trait that makes each individual unique. It compares a person’s

unique characteristics, such as the fingerprints, face, or retinal image, against a

FIGURE 8-4

SAMPLE AUDITOR’S LIST OF CONTROL WEAKNESSES

This chart is a sample page from a list of control weaknesses that an auditor might find in a loan sys-

tem in a local commercial bank. This form helps auditors record and evaluate control weaknesses and

shows the results of discussing those weaknesses with management, as well as any corrective actions

taken by management.

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Part Two

Information Technology Infrastructure

stored profile of these characteristics to determine whether there are any dif-

ferences between these characteristics and the stored profile. If the two profiles

match, access is granted. Fingerprint and facial recognition technologies are

just beginning to be used for security applications, with many PC laptops

equipped with fingerprint identification devices and several models with built-

in webcams and face recognition software.

FIREWALLS, INTRUSION DETECTION SYSTEMS, AND

ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE

Without protection against malware and intruders, connecting to the Internet

would be very dangerous. Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus

software have become essential business tools.

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