Behavioral Biometrics for Continuous Authentication

Abstract

Gaining control over the security of the information and personal data stored in the devices has been crucial in the current digital world. Passwords and PINs, which are the common identity check methods at the beginning of the using phase of the devices, are less powerful once the devices themselves are in use. Transitioning to the second type, continuous authentication based on behavioral biometrics, becomes a strong solution to improve security throughout the session. This paper aims to discuss continuous authentication and its usage in coupling the behavioral components across computing devices. These recommendations underscore the successes of some of the methods, like keystroke dynamics and mouse movements, in ascertaining users’ identities in real time. These are how the various platforms can work together and handle privacy-related issues. The future trends of studies focus on the necessity of improving the algorithms of biometric identification and increasing the adaptability of those algorithms to provide maximum protection in cyberspace.