Identity Proofing - Current Processes and Need for Automation | WSO2Con Barcelona 2025
AI Summary
Identity Verification Overview
- Presenter: Expert from NYU, discussing identity proofing (now termed identity verification).
Key Points Covered:
- What is Identity Verification?
- Aim: Establish trust in digital interactions.
- Importance of recognizing individuals in digital infrastructure.
- Types of Identities:
- Identification challenges in a large organization like NYU with over 100 types of identities (faculty, students, alumni, etc.).
- Reasons for Identity Verification:
- Onboarding: Validate identities of newcomers.
- Account Security: Ensure valid password changes and MFA setups.
- Compliance: Adhere to standards and regulations for identity verification.
- Fraud Mitigation: Enhance security to prevent unauthorized access.
- Current Use Cases:
- Government interactions, hiring processes, online services, and employee onboarding.
- Physical interactions like swiping ID cards.
- Technology & Automation:
- Use of digital IDs, video conferencing for verification, and third-party services for identity verification.
- Importance of selecting the right technology partners for identity management systems.
- WSO2 Identity Server Integration:
- Automates identity verification processes using partnerships with other identity services.
- API integration for application-specific verification requirements.
Conclusion
- The merging of digital identity verification with automation will improve security and efficiency in organizational processes. Future developments will continue exploring multi-factor verification methods, including AI-based solutions.
Q&A Session: Addressed concerns regarding multi-factor authentication and verification strategies across various platforms.