Which of the following biometric characteristics cannot be used to uniquely authenticate an individual’s identity?

Which of the following biometric characteristics cannot be used to uniquely authenticate an individual’s identity?
A .  Retina scans
B .  Iris scans
C .  Palm scans
D .  Skin scans

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Answer: D

Explanation: The following are typical biometric characteristics that are used to uniquely

authenticate an individual’s identity:

Fingerprints Retina scans Iris scans Facial scans Palm scans Hand geometry Voice Handwritten signature dynamics

Source: KRUTZ, Ronald L. & VINES, Russel D., The CISSP Prep Guide: Mastering the Ten Domains of Computer Security, 2001, John Wiley & Sons, Page 39. And: HARRIS, Shon, All-In-One CISSP Certification Exam Guide, McGraw-Hill/Osborne, 2002, chapter 4: Access Control (pages 127-131).