[access-uk] Re: Visa CodeSure
- From: "Damon Rose" <damon.rose@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:34:56 +0100
This at least partially looks like the keyfob system we use for computer
security here at work.
A one time PIN number flashes up on the keyfob screen and you have to
input that to your computer with your regular static PIN number too.
In the case of blind employees who can't see the PIN on the screen, the
system has been adjusted so that we only tap in the static PIN.
So essentially there is an agreement in place which currently recognises
that blind people have a problem and allows for a lower level of
security.
Perhaps similar to the mobile applet, I'm aware that there is a small
computer program that can be run which generates a spoken PIN number
instead of what is seen on the keyfob. It's a bit of a mystery to me how
that all works but esssentially you get about 30 seconds to tap it in to
the password field on your computer before it refreshes with a new
dynamic PIN.
This kind of remote security is pretty common. I'd be interested to know
how other people get round their remote security or what solutions are
in place as it could inform what Visa are up to.
And in any case, I thought we were all supposed to be using our mobiles
as credit cards in the future anyway. The fact that the card itself can
do all this electronically is probably a red herring and not too much to
worry about. But it'd be good to know more about it.
...Damon
-----Original Message-----
From: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf
Of Edward Green
Sent: 22 July 2010 18:38
To: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [access-uk] Visa CodeSure
Hi all,
I post below the reply I received from Visa Europe about Visa CodeSure.
For those of you who missed the thread, you can read more at
http://www.visaeurope.com/en/newsroom/news/articles/2010/visa_codesure_g
ets_green_light.aspx
Ed
"Dear Edward,"
"Thank you for your enquiry about Visa CodeSure."
"We are acutely aware of the issues that people with a disability
encounter and we spend a lot of time discussing their needs when we're
developing new products."
"Equally we are constantly looking at innovative ways to deliver the
most secure payment products, however, not all will be suitable for
everyone."
"Visa CodeSure is currently ready for commercial launch having been
piloted in a number of markets, however, it is not intended for all bank
customers. As the authentication application (the keypad functionality
on the payment card) may not be accessible for all, a mobile applet is
in development and will be available through our members (banks and card
issuing providers) for customers who have accessibility problems. It is
important that customers with accessibility / disability restrictions
let their banks know so that they can be provided with the most
appropriate products that accommodate their needs."
"I hope that this goes some way to clarify our position."
"Thank you for your interest."
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