Presentation Attack Detection for Identity Verification | Veridas

Presentation attack detection

100% proprietary technology built for the era of fraud. Stop physical attacks in real time with cutting-edge biometric intelligence, globally certified at the highest level.

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Basic fraud, real damage

Low barrier to entry

Anyone with a screen, photo, or paper mask can attempt identity theft. It requires zero technical skill, making it today’s most widespread threat.

Frontline vulnerability

Weak initial checks increase manual reviews and drop conversion rates. If your frontline defense fails, fraud enters while user experience suffers.

Web & channel blind spots

Legacy solutions lack security parity across devices. Without browser-native (Web) liveness detection, major security gaps remain open outside mobile apps.

How They Try to Trick Your System with Presentation Attacks

Identity Document Fraud

We detect photocopies, paper prints, screens showing stolen ID or passport images, and tampered credentials presented in front of the camera.

Print & Cutout Attacks

We block high-resolution facial prints on paper, static images, and paper masks with cutouts in the eye area.

Screen Replays & Deepfakes

We intercept external devices (smartphones or tablets) replaying pre-recorded videos, static photos, or AI-generated synthetic faces (deepfakes).

3D Masks & Prosthetics

We neutralize volumetric replicas, facial prosthetics, and hyper-realistic silicone or latex masks through deep texture analysis and light scattering.

The Real Impact of Identity Fraud

Validating fake identities destroys customer trust and kills your bottom line. Can you afford to leave this door open?

Guaranteed Real Identity: The Ultimate Response to Presentation Attacks

/ID Document Verification /ID Document Shield /Face Biometric Check /Liveness Detection

ID Document Verification

Automatic verification of ID document, flagging any fakes or alterations instantly. Extract key data from IDs, licenses, and passports worldwide.

Global Document Coverage

Veridas’s services cover more than 190 countries with 500 different documents. All passports regulated by ICAO are also covered.

Automatic Classification & OCR Extraction

AI That Understands Documents—So You Don’t Have To
Veridas’ advanced AI engine instantly classifies identity documents without manual input.

Automatic Recognition: Detects document types (passport, ID card, residence permit, etc.) without requiring users to specify the country or type.

Customizable for Specific Regions: Configure the system to process only documents from selected countries.

Seamless Experience: Speeds up verification while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

High-Accuracy OCR for Identity Documents

Veridas’ proprietary OCR engine accurately extracts data from both the front and back of identity documents. With over 99% accuracy, it reads all OCR fields and supports multiple languages, including Latin, Arabic, Chinese, and Cyrillic alphabets. It also recognizes special characters, ensuring precise data extraction in any language.

ID Document Shield

Fraudulent activity in identity verification often originates from fake or manipulated ID documents. According to industry insights, fraudsters leverage these vulnerabilities to bypass security measures. By implementing advanced verification checks on ID documents—such as analyzing holograms, fonts, and potential signs of tampering—organizations can drastically reduce fraud risk.

NFC verification

NFC technology ensures accurate identity verification by reading the chip directly, eliminating OCR errors. It cross-checks document data (VIZ and MRZ) with chip-stored information for consistency and detects discrepancies. Additionally, it compares the document photo with the chip’s stored image to identify photo manipulation attempts.

Face Biometric Check

NIST-evaluated

Confidently confirm that every individual requesting access is precisely who they claim to be. Compare selfie identity verification to ID document photographs with our NIST top-ranked biometric identity verification system.

Liveness Detection

iBeta Level 1 & 2

Confirm applicants are physically present during the process, preventing fraud through deepfakes or presentation attacks. Our solution is independently qualified by iBeta with the highest possible rating.

Active & Passive for web and native environments

Our technology provides the highest reliability against sophisticated fraud techniques, including 3D masks, digital deepfakes, and injection attacks. It ensures seamless identity verification and robust security across all devices and environments, whether native or web-based.

Protect your business from presentation attacks

Safeguard your business against fraud with maximum biometric security and a seamless experience—delivering conversion rates over 90%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a biometric presentation attack (PAD) and how does it work? A presentation attack (PAD) is a fraud attempt where an impostor presents a physical or digital spoofing artifact—such as a printed photo, a 3D mask, or a video on a screen—to the camera to steal an identity.

What is the difference between a presentation attack and an injection attack? The key difference lies in the attack channel: presentation attacks occur physically in front of the camera sensor using spoofing artifacts, whereas injection attacks bypass the camera digitally to feed synthetic videos or deepfakes directly into the data stream.

What certifications guarantee that a biometric system is resistant to presentation attacks? The international benchmark is ISO/IEC 30107-3, audited by top independent laboratories like iBeta Quality Assurance. Veridas’ facial biometric engine holds dual iBeta Level 1 & Level 2 compliance—the market’s most demanding certification—proving 100% effectiveness against complex spoofing attempts, including hyper-realistic silicone masks and high-resolution displays.

What is the difference between Active and Passive Liveness, and which should I choose? The main difference is user interaction. Passive Liveness evaluates facial authenticity seamlessly in the background with zero user effort, maximizing conversion rates (>90%). Active Liveness prompts users to perform random gestures, making it ideal for high-risk scenarios or strict regulatory compliance.

Will implementing presentation attack detection affect my onboarding conversion rate? No—it actually optimizes conversion. Our technology balances maximum cybersecurity with zero friction. Because biometric analysis occurs in real time within milliseconds, legitimate users complete onboarding smoothly without drop-off, while fraudulent attempts are blocked before entering your pipeline.

Why is Veridas the best defense against fraud? Veridas stands out through three core pillars:

Identity Verification Success Stories

1000x increase financing volume
85% customer onboardings automatically validated
5s average validation time

Aplazame: Building Trust and Speed in Online Financing

"What stood out to me was how well Veridas supported us—not only during integration but also through ongoing monitoring and tuning. You can really tell you’re working with a team that cares. Since implementing Veridas, we haven’t seen any major fraud attempts succeed. In an environment like ours, that peace of mind is invaluable."

Global Banking Leadership through Trusted Real Digital Identity

Veridas allows us not only to know the client at the moment of onboarding and be certain that the client is not being impersonated, but also to have a continuous authentication layer.

Over 840,000 verifications boost confidence in bplay's online gaming ecosystem

Bplay needed to verify the real identity of its players in order to comply with Argentine online gaming regulations. "The verification process is so seamlessly integrated that users hardly notice they are undergoing an identity check. It’s frictionless security."

Faster, safer digital onboarding for a new era of financial wellness

Plazo needed a fast, reliable way to verify user identities and comply with financial regulations without adding friction. "With Veridas, we integrated a fast, secure, and fully compliant KYC process that reinforces customer trust and boosts operational efficiency. Their flexibility and support made it possible to deploy in record time while maintaining the highest quality standards."