Published: Sep 2, 2024
The following paper has been accepted at the 2nd International Conference on Intelligent Metaverse Technologies & Applications (iMETA2024):
- Title: Beyond Screens: Investigating Identity Proofing for the Metaverse Through Cross-Device Flows
- Author: Marco Pernpruner, Cecilia Pasquini, Giada Sciarretta, Silvio Ranise
- Abstract: The paper addresses the design of identity proofing flows based on the validation of authoritative identity evidence (such as electronic passports or identity documents) for metaverse-based applications. This problem arises in business use cases where users can perform sensitive or legally binding operations with their Virtual Reality (VR) headsets.
To this end, a cross-device flow is proposed where users first interact with their mobile device to get securely identified by presenting a valid identity evidence, and successively wear the headset to set their access credentials by presenting a suitably designed identity transfer code. According to best practices for cross-device flows, the proposed approach incorporates a number of both known and newly introduced security measures, which are thoroughly discussed in relation to possible impersonation attacks against the cross-device transfer phase.
About the conference
- Name: 2nd International Conference on Intelligent Metaverse Technologies & Applications (iMETA2024)
- Date: from November 26, 2024 to November 29, 2024
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Website: https://imeta-conference.org/2024/
