Fingerprint-Cloning AI Warning: ‘V’ Photo Pose May Expose Personal Data

A familiar pose of making a ‘V’ sign with the fingers when taking photos has been flagged as a potential personal data risk. According to Hong Kong media outlet South China Morning Post on May 12, a recent warning said finger information visible in photos could be misused in connection with fingerprint-cloning AI. The concern is that fingerprints may be exposed even in images uploaded online. As fingerprint authentication is widely used, casually shared photos could become a weak point for personal information protection. Users are advised to check whether fingers are clearly shown before posting images. Source: mk.co.kr