TrustSEC Smart Card OS for Samsung One- Chip Card
Engineering the Next Generation of Biometric Smartcard OS: Secure, Sustainable, and Interoperable In a world where digital identities define trust, the tools we use to protect them are rapidly evolving. Passwords and OTPs are fading relics of a simpler time, while hardware-based authentication is rising as the gold standard. Across Europe, as organizations confront the EU’s stringent data protection and post-quantum readiness directives, the convergence of biometric intelligence and cryptographic trust has never been more relevant. At this intersection stands TrustSEC’s Biometric Smartcard Operating System, engineered to integrate seamlessly with Samsung’s all-in-one smart card IC platform, a breakthrough that combines biometric sensing, secure element, and secure processing in a single chip. The result: a next-generation OS for Samsung One-Chip biometric payment card delivering unmatched security, sustainability, and interoperability for enterprise, government, and fintech applications. Building on Hardware Trust: The Secure Foundation Every trusted digital identity begins with hardware assurance. TrustSEC’s OS for Samsung biometric payment card is built directly upon the Samsung smart card operating system environment, a platform defined by security, miniaturization, and intelligence. Samsung’s S3B512C chip, which anchors this architecture, integrates a fingerprint sensor, Secure Element (SE), and Secure Processor within a single die. The SE is certified at Common Criteria EAL6+, meeting EMVCo and Mastercard biometric specifications. This makes it one of the most trusted ICs available for both financial and identity-critical smartcards. TrustSEC built its secure boot sequence, on-card fingerprint match, and biometric template protection on this hardware foundation. The fingerprint never leaves the chip; all matching occurs internally, immune to phishing, relay attacks, and cloud vulnerabilities. With Secure Element firmware running under hardened MPU architecture and PQC-ready cryptography (AES, ECC, and lattice-based hybrid algorithms), the result is a smartcard OS aligned with Europe’s quantum-safe future. For enterprises seeking GDPR, eIDAS, and NIS2 compliance, this hardware-software synergy delivers precisely what current identity frameworks demand — tamper-resistant, privacy-by-design authentication at the edge. Sustainability at the Core: Rethinking Smartcard Power Security today must coexist with sustainability. Typical smartcards rely on energy scavenging or lithium micro-cells, but Europe’s environmental regulations are placing increasing pressure on manufacturers to minimize hazardous materials and improve recyclability. TrustSEC’s engineering roadmap introduces a non-lithium, recyclable energy module, extending product lifespan while reducing ecological impact. This innovation ensures that even complex use cases, such as national identity credentials, IoT access tokens, and high-duty enterprise cards, can operate throughout extended lifecycles without battery degradation. By eliminating lithium, TrustSEC’s platform not only supports EU Green Deal goals but also simplifies recycling under WEEE and REACH directives. The card draws power through RF coupling or kinetic micro-harvesting, supplying enough current to support fingerprint enrollment, verification, and on-card computation, all under the Samsung smart card operating system framework. This design philosophy reflects a crucial European value: sustainability as sovereignty, over data, materials, and the digital lifecycle itself. Seamlessly Combining Biometrics and Cryptography Trust lies in what the user is and what the hardware knows. The OS for Samsung biometric payment card merges Match-on-Card biometric verification with a full cryptographic suite. By hosting the fingerprint sensor and the cryptographic algorithms on the same chip, TrustSEC ensures biometric data remains isolated from the external world and verifiable only within a secure enclave. The embedded Secure Element supports FIDO2, PKI, AES, and ECC, alongside post-quantum hybrid cryptography, aligning with ENISA’s 2025 Agreed Cryptographic Mechanisms (v2.0) that mandate hybridization for futureproofing. As the EU Commission’s roadmap requires full PQC compliance by 2030, TrustSEC’s architecture is already ahead of the curve, offering organizations a head start on compliance and resilience. In practice, this means one physical smartcard can: Unlock a workstation through FIDO2 biometric login. Authenticate to enterprise VPNs via PKI certificates. Execute contactless payments without PIN entry. Support eIDAS-qualified signatures under hardware protection. To accelerate integration, TrustSEC provides an Android smart card emulator, enabling developers to test and simulate card behaviour throughout SDK and middleware pipelines, without hardware dependency. This approach unlocks faster prototyping and significantly shortens the path from design to deployment. Interoperability Across Systems and Use Cases Authentication silos are no longer viable in modern enterprise environments. TrustSEC’s Samsung-compatible smartcard OS is designed for interoperability across access control, payments, and identity systems. Built around leading industry standards — ISO/IEC 7816, ISO/IEC 14443 A/B, EMV, and PC/SC — the platform supports seamless operation with existing readers, mobile devices, and digital identity infrastructures. Whether used for secure building entry, employee onboarding, or fintech innovation, the same credential works across all environments. With TrustSEC’s architecture: One biometric card can handle both enterprise-access authentication and payment transactions. Enterprises can consolidate logical and physical access infrastructures. The Android smart card emulator smooths development and testing for partners integrating TrustSEC OS into identity and payment ecosystems. This unified card model reduces operational complexity and lowers total cost of ownership (TCO). Enterprises need no separate badge for building entry, token for VPN login, or hardware key for cryptographic signatures — it’s all consolidated within one secure, biometric card. Real-World Validation and European Standards Alignment A cutting-edge security technology must prove its resilience in the field, not just the lab. TrustSEC deployed pilot programs across Europe in sectors including banking, eHealth, national ID, and critical infrastructure. These pilots tested the OS under offline, air-gapped, and enterprise-network conditions. Organizations reported tangible results: Authentication times reduced by up to 40%. Support and help-desk calls cut by over 30% due to simpler biometric workflows. Enhanced compliance audits under GDPR and eIDAS high-assurance profiles. Improved user satisfaction via contactless biometric verification. In banking pilots, TrustSEC’s integration of FIDO2 and PKI credentials within a single card improved auditability and reduced credential reuse. In eGovernment use cases, the OS demonstrated compatibility with EU digital wallet frameworks, ensuring alignment with the European Digital Identity (EUDI) vision. Post-Quantum Readiness: Securing the Next Decade Quantum computing looms as both a promise and a threat. European policymakers recognize the urgency; the EU’s Post-Quantum Cryptography Recommendation (2025) explicitly calls for immediate transition toward PQC algorithms. ENISA’s 2025 rollout of approved lattice-based and code-based standards confirms what TrustSEC has prepared
Transforming Enterprise Security with TrustSEC’s FIDO2 Biometric Smartcards: A European Multi Site Case Study
In today’s digital-first business environment, enterprises face ever-increasing cybersecurity threats while striving to maintain seamless employee access to critical systems.For one large European company operating across multiple sites and employing over 2,500 people, these challenges were palpable—especially in locations where internet connectivity was inconsistent. Traditional password-based authentication systems, combined with cumbersome one-time passcodes, had left the company vulnerable to frequent phishing attacks, credential theft, and widespread user frustration.The risk was not just technical it threatened operational continuity, regulatory compliance, and user trust. This case study explores how TrustSEC partnered with the company to deliver a secure, privacy-first, and easy-to-use authentication solution based on biometric smartcards following to the FIDO2 standard, The transformation illustrates a new benchmark in enterprise security and usability, demonstrating how cutting-edge technology can meet demanding business and regulatory needs while dramatically reducing risk. The Challenge: Passwords, Phishing, and Connectivity Risks For years, the company’s reliance on passwords and one-time codes for system access exposed critical vulnerabilities. Phishing attacks were rampant, tapping employee credentials and enabling hackers to bypass weak access controls. The consequences were far-reaching: costly security breaches, failed compliance audits, and a steadily growing IT support burden dominated by password reset requests sometimes accounting for up to half of all tickets. Compounding these issues, the diverse work environments presented a unique set of difficulties. Some sites, particularly manufacturing plants and research labs, lacked reliable internet connectivity, Cloud-dependent authentication systems struggled to function in these offline contexts, jeopardizing productivity and the timely completion of business-critical tasks. At the same time, meeting stringent European privacy and security requirements complicated the picture further. Under regulations like the GDPR and eIDAS, the company needed to implement strong, hardware-rooted authentication methods that preserved biometric data sovereignty meaning biometric information could not be centrally stored or compromised. Employee dissatisfaction and security risks created a pressing mandate for change. The company sought a future-proof authentication strategy that would eliminate passwords, resist phishing, work offline, and ensure seamless adoption and regulatory compliance. TrustSEC’s Innovative Solution: Secure, Passwordless Access with BIO-SLCOS and FIDO2 TrustSEC’s response was a tailored biometric smartcard solution that seamlessly combined security, privacy, and convenience. At its heart was the BIO-SLCOS operating system, designed for secure on-card fingerprint matching meaning biometric data never leaves the card, addressing critical privacy and regulatory concerns. Integrated with the globally recognized FIDO2 protocol, the biometric smartcards enabled employees to replace passwords with fingerprint authentication across Windows systems, VPNs, cloud applications, and mobile devices. The TrustSEC Credential Provider allowed smooth Windows login without a password, while the Guardian SDK extended secure, passwordless access to mobile environments. This architecture offered robust phishing resistance because FIDO2 uses unique cryptographic keys per service, eliminating shared secrets that attackers exploit. Moreover, biometric authentication functioned reliably offline, allowing employees in low-connectivity locations to access systems with no delays. TrustSEC’s solution not only minimized attack surfaces but also simplified IT management and user experience, achieving strict compliance with GDPR and eIDAS by keeping biometric data local and never transmitting it to the cloud. Phased Deployment: Balancing Security, Usability, and Change Management To ensure smooth adoption and minimize disruption, TrustSEC employed a multi-phase rollout tailored to the company’s operational realities. Pilot Phase (6–8 Weeks) The journey began with a carefully controlled pilot involving 150 employees from IT, manufacturing, and finance. Participants received biometric smartcards, enrolled their fingerprints directly on-card, and used them to log into Windows, VPNs, and key applications. This phase targeted two primary goals: measuring real-world usability and evaluating security improvements. Early feedback was encouraging users appreciated faster logins, the elimination of password burdens, and a heightened sense of security. Meanwhile, IT support documented a significant reduction in password reset tickets and phishing-related incidents. Integration Phase Building on the pilot’s success, TrustSEC integrated the biometric system with existing identity and access management infrastructure. The rollout extended FIDO2 passwordless authentication to cloud and web applications, ensuring consistency across all access points. Offline functionality was optimized for manufacturing and remote sites. TrustSEC’s Guardian SDK enabled mobile app protection, securing login experiences on smartphones and tablets across the organization. Organization-wide Rollout The third phase involved staged migration of all departments, prioritizing those handling sensitive data and critical business systems. Smartcard issuance, fingerprint enrollment, and credential lifecycle management were aligned closely with HR processes, streamlining onboarding, role transitions, and offboarding. Training and Support Recognizing the importance of user confidence, TrustSEC developed concise, role-based training modules. These included short “first login” sessions and clear educational materials emphasizing privacy (“your fingerprint stays on your card”), ease, and security benefits. Security teams gained access to dashboards offering real-time insights into login activities and potential anomalies, further bolstering operational oversight. Measurable Outcomes: Security, Compliance, and Efficiency Gains The transition to TrustSEC’s biometric smartcard solution delivered immediate and lasting advantages for the company. Passwords were fully eliminated from daily workflows for Windows, cloud services, and VPN access, drastically reducing exposure to phishing attacks and credential theft. Offline authentication capabilities ensured uninterrupted access for employees at manufacturing plants and remote sites, preserving productivity even in challenging network conditions. Login times accelerated significantly, contributing to user satisfaction and operational efficiency. Password reset requests to IT support plummeted, freeing valuable resources to focus on strategic security initiatives. Comprehensive audit trails documented login activity without ever exposing biometric data, enabling the company to meet strict GDPR and eIDAS compliance requirements. Overall security posture improved, with fewer breaches and phishing incidents reported since the rollout began. This transformation aligned the company with global cybersecurity trends by 2025, more than 70% of organizations are shifting to passwordless models, while authorities such as ENISA and the FIDO Alliance recognize FIDO2 as the gold standard for phishing-resistant authentication. Why This Matters: The Broader Context and Strategic Imperatives Stolen credentials continue to be the leading cause of data breaches worldwide. For enterprises, this represents a persistent and costly vulnerability security incidents now average $4.44 million per breach, emphasizing the financial stakes at play. Organizations using legacy authentication methods expose themselves to rising risk, regulatory
National Healthcare Case Study
Revolutionizing Cybersecurity in Patient Care with TrustSEC Biometric Smartcards Introduction: Cybersecurity at the Core of Healthcare In today’s healthcare environment, cybersecurity is not merely a technical concern—it directly impacts patient safety, trust, and the quality of care. One of Europe’s largest national healthcare systems faced a pressing challenge: safeguarding electronic health records (EHRs), medical devices, and mobile clinical systems from escalating cyber threats, without disrupting frontline clinical workflows. Reliance on outdated password and OTP-based authentication methods left clinicians exposed to phishing attacks, credential theft, and inefficient login processes—threats that jeopardized both lives and sensitive medical data. This case study highlights how TrustSEC’s advanced biometric smartcard technology delivered a secure, user-friendly, and regulation-compliant authentication solution, setting a new benchmark for digital healthcare security. Understanding the Healthcare Cybersecurity Crisis in 2025 Healthcare remains the most targeted industry for cybercriminals worldwide. The 2025 IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report revealed that breaches in healthcare now average $10.22 million per incident—the highest across all sectors. Reports from ENISA and CISA show that 94% of healthcare providers experienced cyberattacks last year, with 73% initiated through phishing campaigns aimed at credential theft. Such incidents have disrupted hospitals globally, causing costly downtime and threatening emergency care delivery. Under evolving regulations such as GDPR and eIDAS 2.0, healthcare organizations are now required to adopt strong, hardware-based authentication while ensuring biometric data sovereignty—a demand that traditional cloud-dependent solutions cannot meet. The Challenge: Securing Patient Care Without Slowing It Down The healthcare system faced a series of interconnected challenges threatening both security and quality of care: Clinicians were bombarded daily with phishing attempts designed to steal credentials. Past cyberattacks had halted essential services, exposing hundreds of thousands of records and taking months to recover. Password management was inefficient and insecure, with frequent credential sharing due to workflow pressures. Strict regulatory requirements demanded hardware-backed authentication with local biometric storage. Unreliable authentication processes delayed treatments and frustrated staff. Leadership recognized that continuing with password-based systems was unsustainable. A future-proof solution was needed—one that combined robust security, ease of use, and regulatory compliance. TrustSEC’s Biometric Smartcard Solution: Innovation at the Frontline TrustSEC introduced the BIO-SLCOS smartcard, a secure smartcard operating system capable of performing fingerprint biometric matching directly on the card. Unlike cloud-based systems, this architecture ensures that biometric data never leaves the card, maintaining data sovereignty and meeting strict privacy regulations. The solution eliminates passwords entirely, preventing phishing and credential theft. Authentication remains reliable even during network outages—a critical feature in emergency medicine. Fully compliant with FIDO2 standards, the system enables passwordless, phishing-resistant logins across PCs, web portals, VPNs, and mobile applications. Integration with hospital systems was seamless via TrustSEC’s Credential Provider, supporting Windows Hello for Business and enabling secure electronic signatures for prescriptions and medical records. TrustSEC’s Guardian SDK further extended protection to mobile and remote teams, ensuring security at every point of care. Phased Implementation: Ensuring Adoption with Minimal Disruption Pilot Deployment: Rolled out in ICU, emergency, pharmacy, and radiology units (200 clinicians). Feedback showed faster logins and improved satisfaction. Enhanced Integration: Added PKI-based digital signatures for legally binding e-prescriptions. Offline Reliability: Optimized authentication for continuity during network interruptions. Full Rollout: Expanded smartcards and FIDO2 tokens across all departments, including homecare and cross-border clinics. Legacy OTP and SMS systems were retired. Training: Introduced “passwordless rounds” and on-demand tutorials for smooth adoption. Measurable Results & Benefits Eliminated Phishing Risks: Password removal stopped credential-based attacks completely. Faster Access: Instant fingerprint login saved minutes per shift, accelerating patient care. Offline Authentication: Operations continued seamlessly during outages. Improved Compliance: Encrypted local storage and audit logs simplified regulatory checks. Reduced IT Load: Password reset requests dropped by over 80%. Controlled Financial Risk: Minimized exposure to breaches, ransomware, and fines. Strategic Lessons for Healthcare Providers Passwordless authentication with hardware biometrics is essential for phishing resistance. Biometric data sovereignty must remain local and off-cloud for compliance and trust. Offline authentication is critical to ensure continuity in emergency care. Embedded, workflow-based training ensures better adoption than classroom sessions. Consolidating legacy tools into a single biometric solution improves usability and reduces complexity. Why Hardware Biometrics Are the Future of Healthcare Security Phishing Immunity: No passwords, no phishing. Privacy-Centered Design: Biometric data remains local and secure. Universal Access: Works seamlessly across devices, networks, and offline environments. Future-Proof: Roadmap includes post-quantum cryptography for next-gen threats. European Healthcare Cybersecurity Context In 2025, over 29 million patient records were exposed in Europe. With breach containment averaging 279 days, patient safety and trust remain at risk. Regulators in Europe and the US emphasize FIDO2 and hardware biometric authentication as best practice. TrustSEC delivers a European-built, GDPR and eIDAS-ready solution to meet this demand. Conclusion: Toward a Secure, Patient-Centered Digital Future This national healthcare system’s adoption of TrustSEC biometric smartcards demonstrates the critical evolution of healthcare cybersecurity. Passwords are no longer sufficient in a world where cybercriminals exploit every weakness. TrustSEC’s passwordless, biometric-driven ecosystem provides unmatched security, privacy, compliance, and efficiency—empowering clinicians to focus on care without compromise. Healthcare organizations must act now to embrace hardware biometric authentication. TrustSEC does more than protect systems—it restores trust, safeguards patient data, and secures Europe’s healthcare frontlines.
FIDO2 Certification with CTAP 2.1 Support
TrustSec Secures FIDO2 Certification with CTAP 2.1 Support – A Game-Changer in Cybersecurity! We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone: TrustSec’s T-Shield FIDO2 Authenticator has officially achieved FIDO2 and U2F certifications, solidifying our position as a leader in cutting-edge security solutions! Built on the robust SAMSUNG OneChip smart card and powered by our advanced SLCOS technology, this achievement underscores our commitment to delivering unparalleled security and innovation. CTAP 2.1 Support: Elevating security standards with enhanced protection and a frictionless user experience. Biometric Strength: Phishing-resistant authentication for ultimate peace of mind. Smart Card Flexibility: Multi-application support with industry-leading security for diverse use cases. Official Recognition: TrustSec is now proudly listed in Microsoft Entra ID attestation as a trusted FIDO2 security key vendor! Achieving this certification reflects our unwavering commitment to cybersecurity excellence. Together, we are driving innovation and building a more secure digital future. LinkedIn #TrustSec #FIDO2 #CTAP21 #U2F #SLCOS #SamsungOneChip #Cybersecurity #SmartCard #MicrosoftEntraID #SecurityKeys #InnovationInSecurity
CPACE Applet
We are pleased to announce significant advancements within the CPACE applet: * CPACE Implementation Version 1.1: This update focuses on enhancing performance, security, and interoperability to address the dynamic requirements of modern payment systems. * BIO CPACE Implementation: We have introduced biometric authentication to CPACE transactions, providing a seamless and highly secure method for contactless payments. Both implementations have achieved functional readiness for PayCert certification, underscoring our dedication to pioneering innovation in the payment industry. Please stay connected for further developments as we continue to advance secure and efficient payment solutions. LinkedIn Post #CPACE #PaymentsInnovation #BiometricPayments #Contactless #PayCert #FutureOfPayments
TrustSec FIDO2 Smartcards – TrustSEC
TrustSec FIDO2 SMARTCARDS RELEASE 2020! Replace password-based authentication with TrustSec FIDO2 Smartcards for a hassle-free, secure passwordless authentication, and a smart design that fits into your wallet. TrustSec Fido2 smartcard – FIDO2 tech combined in smartcards! Smart cards have been internationally recognized for security and protection in companies and authorities for many years – as they are extremely difficult to duplicate or forge and has been built-in tamper-resistance. Passwordless login is a technology game-changer, it brings a monumental change to how business users and consumers will securely log in to applications and services. With FIDO2 technology, TrustSec worked on a variety of solutions/ devices to remove the dependency on password-based logins. Based on both FIDO2 and smartcard qualifications, TrustSec has developed a solution that is a combination of both features to come up with FIDO2 SMARCARDS, a simpler & more flexible solution for secure user authentication. With TrustSec’s new release of FIDO2 Devices, a more up-to-date authentication technology will serve businesses, individuals, and big entities. Fido2 smartcards are securities keys that support the FIDO2 standard, the keys are used to eliminate data theft from hackers over the web. They unlock Windows 10 and Mac plus 2FA for major cloud accounts and Support Google, Facebook, Dropbox, Microsoft account, Salesforce, GitHub, Twitter, and many more applications. For the most interesting part, the new keys are user-friendly, the keys are smartcards to be easily held in wallets or badges, unlike the regular security keys. About FIDO2 Technology FIDO2 is the latest specification of FIDO Alliance (Fast Identity Online), which was created to provide open and license-free standards for secure, Web Authentication. First came FIDO U2F, then FIDO UAF and lately followed by the FIDO2. At its core, FIDO2 consists of the Client to Authenticator Protocol (CTAP) and the W3C standard WebAuthn, which together enable authentication, where users identify themselves with cryptographic authenticators (such as biometrics or PINs) or external authenticators (such as FIDO keys, wearable or mobile devices) to a, trusted WebAuthn remote peer (also known as a FIDO2 server) that typically belongs to a website or web app. How FIDO2 SMARTCARD technology helps at the pandemic response FIDO2 SMARTCARDS are easy and convenient security keys that cope with the significant changes following the recent pandemic. The FIDO2 SMARTCARD supports all of the major security protocols over both Contact and Contactless “NFC” — and the addition of NFC makes it a better option for those who want to use the same key on their desktops, laptops and mobile phones or tablets. Moreover, TrustSec fido2 smartcards serve business the most especially after the pandemic, as businesses are the most affected by post the lockdown all across the globe. We believe stringent rules in the workplace, contactless solutions such as NFC will definitely help decrease infection rates. Based on the International Trade Centre (ITC) publication describing the impact of the lockdown associated with the COVID-19 pandemic response on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), a 15-point action plan that encourages businesses, business support organizations, and governments to prepare for a “new normal,” one where society is resilient, digital, inclusive, and sustainable. We believe FIDO2 smartcards will be part of this technology transformation that serves organizations, and governments. Check TrustSec Security keys range to choose from single-factor, two-factor, or multi-factor keys for secure login, over different platforms for different verticals with a variety of authentication scenarios. Fido2 Tokens Biometric Fido u2f security key Biometric PKI Token OTP (one time password) Secure Network Access Secure Data Exchange