The statement by the UIDAI came after WikiLeaks hinted that CIA had allegedly accessed the Aadhaar database. Photo: MintNew Delhi: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on Sunday asserted that Aadhaar system has stringent security features to prevent any unauthorised capture or transmission of data, refuting reports that hinted at sensitive biometric data being allegedly accessed by certain foreign agencies. The statement by the UIDAI came after WikiLeaks hinted that Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) had allegedly accessed the Aadhaar database. Outlining the stringent checks and balances in UIDAI system, it said that any biometric device before being used in Aadhaar system is “thoroughly tested” internally and externally extensively by Standardised Testing Quality Certification (STQC) and certified. “Till date, there has not been a single case of leak of biometric data, theft of identity, or financial loss to any one on account of use of Aadhaar.

Source: Mint August 27, 2017 11:26 UTC