Security researchers have found a vulnerability in the backbone of the electronic ID (eID) cards system used by the German state. The vulnerability, when exploited, allows an attacker to trick an ...

On 1 November 2019, the Act on a Card with an Electronic Identification Function for Citizens of the European Union and the European Economic Area (eID-Karte-Gesetz, or eIDKG) entered into force.

South Africa’s new electronic identity document (eID) smart card for citizens is set to launch on 18 July 2013 and it is expected to offer solid security for your private information ...

Asked what type of contactless reader would be needed to make use of the proximity card feature of our new eID, Arnaud said that any reader compatible with the international standard could be used.