Virtual authentication system

Abstract

To provide a virtual authentication system which solves the problem in which one-time authentication is not possible to continuously guaranty that user access after a login is legitimate, and thus once the login is successful, subsequent activities can be carried out almost without restrictions, and this will give unauthorized users an opportunity for unauthorized use.SOLUTION: A virtual space biometric authentication system S comprises: a virtual space generation module for generating a virtual space and allowing an object person to recognize the virtual space; a sensor module for acquiring at least one biometric authentication data; a login module for logging a user into the virtual space; and an authentication module for continuously or intermittently acquiring the biometric authentication data and determining the authentication status of the user. When the authentication status of the user is determined to be unauthenticated, the user is logged out of the metaverse space.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of access management for virtual spaces, and in particular to virtual space authentication that continuously or intermittently determines a user's authentication status using the user's biometric authentication data. [Background technology]

[0002] In recent years, virtual space technologies such as the metaverse have advanced. A virtual space or metaverse is a virtual space that users can experience, generated using computer technology. Specifically, it refers to a digital environment in which users can navigate a virtual world, interact with other users, and interact with virtual objects. Such spaces are realized in various forms, including video games, 3D simulations, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR).

[0003] Meanwhile, biometric authentication technology is used for user login in various systems including virtual space technology. Biometric authentication is an authentication technology that utilizes the physical or behavioral characteristics of each individual human being. Physical characteristics include fingerprints, face, irises, retinas, veins, etc., while behavioral characteristics include voice, manner of signing, manner of typing on a keyboard, etc. For example, in the user account management method described in Patent Document 1, biometric authentication technology is used for system login. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] JP 2018-212604 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] In typical login systems, including that of Patent Document 1, a user authenticates his or her identity only once when initiating access to a virtual space, using a combination of a username and password or a one-time biometric authentication method.

[0006] However, this one-time authentication does not guarantee that the user's access is valid continuously after logging in. Therefore, once a user successfully logs in, subsequent activities can be performed with almost no restrictions, providing an opportunity for fraudulent users to commit fraud.

[0007] (1) The virtual space biometric authentication system of the present invention includes a virtual space generation module that generates a virtual space and allows a subject to recognize the virtual space, a sensor module for acquiring at least one biometric authentication data, a login module for logging a user into the virtual space, and an authentication module that continuously or intermittently acquires the biometric authentication data and determines the authentication status of the user.

[0008] In this virtual space biometric authentication system, by combining four components, namely a virtual space generation module, a sensor module, a login module, and an authentication module, it is possible to continuously or intermittently obtain biometric authentication data even after a user logs into a virtual space, and to continuously check the authentication status of the user, thereby ensuring the identity of the user and improving the security of the virtual space.

[0009] (2) In the virtual space biometric authentication system described above, when the authentication module determines that the authentication status of the user is unauthenticated, the authentication module logs the user out of the metaverse space.

[0010] This virtual space biometric authentication system has the function of logging a user out of the metaverse space if the user's authentication status is determined to be unauthenticated, thereby minimizing security risks such as unauthorized access and impersonation.

[0011] (3) In the virtual space biometric authentication system described above, the sensor module acts on the fingerprint of the subject to perform authentication.

[0012] This virtual space biometric authentication system employs a sensor module that acts on the subject's fingerprint to perform authentication, making it possible to perform authentication that is unique and difficult to forge, compared to conventional authentication methods that use passwords or PIN codes.

[0013] (4) The virtual space generation module is a goggle type, and the sensor module acts on the subject's eyes to perform authentication.

[0014] In this virtual space biometric authentication system, the virtual space generation module is a goggle type and the sensor module acts on the subject's eyes to perform authentication, making it possible to perform biometric authentication in a non-invasive manner while tracking the user's line of sight. This makes it possible to provide continuous, secure authentication without compromising user convenience. Effect of the Invention

[0015] This virtual space biometric authentication system can guarantee the identity of a user and improve the security of the virtual space. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0016] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a functional block diagram of a virtual space biometric authentication system according to an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0017] A virtual space biometric authentication system S according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0018] As shown in Figure 1, the virtual space biometric authentication system S is composed of a virtual space server and a user terminal connected to the virtual space server via a network such as the Internet, and includes a virtual space generation module 21, a sensor module 22, a login module 23, an authentication module 24 and a control module 25.

[0019] The virtual space generation module 21 generates a real-time 3D virtual environment that the user can experience. Specifically, the virtual space generation module 21 is implemented using a game engine or 3D modeling software.

[0020] The sensor module 22 acquires biometric data of a user. The sensor module 22 can use biometric technologies such as a fingerprint scanner, a face recognition camera, an iris recognition scanner, and a voiceprint recognition microphone.

[0021] The login module 23 provides an interface that allows a user to log into the virtual space using the acquired biometric data.

[0022] The authentication module 24 continuously or intermittently obtains biometric data even after the user logs in, and determines the authentication status of the user based on the data. Continuous checking of the authentication status improves security.

[0023] The control module 25 controls each of the modules.

[0024] In this system, the virtual space generation module 21 is implemented as a goggle-type head-mounted display. This head-mounted display generates an omnidirectional 3D virtual space for the user, allowing the user to visually experience it. Specifically, it is equipped with a high-resolution display, as well as sensors and a tracking system that allow the viewpoint of the virtual space to change dynamically in response to the movement of the user's head.

[0025] The sensor module 22 acquires data from the user's gaze, blinks, or irises through an eye-tracking system built into the goggles. The system precisely measures the direction of gaze by shining a specific infrared light into the eye and capturing the reflection. Iris recognition also uses the unique iris pattern to authenticate the user. All this information is used to verify the user's identity and track the user's actions in the virtual space.

[0026] The above detailed description is intended to provide a specific embodiment of the present invention, and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Various changes and modifications can be made within the scope of the present invention based on the suggestions of the embodiments. Such changes and modifications are also included within the scope of the present invention. [Industrial Applicability]

[0027] The present invention can be used for authentication in a virtual space. [Explanation of symbols]

[0028] S Virtual space biometric authentication system 21 Virtual space generation module 22 Sensor Module 23 Login Modules 24 Authentication Module

Claims

1. A virtual space generation module that generates a virtual space and allows a subject to recognize the virtual space; a sensor module for acquiring at least one biometric data; a login module for logging a user into the virtual space; and an authentication module that continuously or intermittently acquires the biometric authentication data and determines an authentication status of the user.

2. The virtual space login system according to claim 1 , wherein the authentication module logs out the user from the metaverse space when the authentication status of the user is determined to be unauthenticated.

3. The virtual world login system according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor module operates on the subject's fingerprint to perform authentication.

4. The virtual space generation module is a goggle type, The virtual space login system according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor module acts on the subject's eyes to perform authentication.

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