Recently, the news that facial recognition data is being sold publicly has attracted widespread attention. According to reports, on some overseas social software, some merchants openly peddle data related to face recognition, and only 100U of virtual currency (about 700 yuan) can obtain a complete set of data. This data package includes a picture of the front and back of the ID card, a photo of the person holding the ID card, and a live face recognition video of the person performing various actions according to the instructions.
The emergence of this phenomenon has raised concerns about the misuse of biometric technology. From some of the past methods to prevent facial recognition, such as wearing helmets, to legislation restricting the commercial collection of facial data, to the recent emergence of illegal facial recognition data trafficking, the seriousness of the problem has been highlighted.
The report also pointed out that some criminals used the stolen facial information to carry out illegal activities, such as impersonating the identity of college students. The emergence of these incidents has further deepened concerns about the misuse of facial recognition technology.
In this regard, some experts have called for strict restrictions on the use of facial recognition and fingerprint recognition technology, arguing that the leakage of this information will have serious social consequences. Although some departments are still promoting facial recognition technology for convenience, more and more people are becoming wary of this invasion of privacy.
In the face of the risks that may be brought about by facial recognition technology, relevant departments should strengthen supervision and take effective measures to prevent the leakage of personal privacy information, so as to safeguard the public interest and security of society.