Detecting forged documents can be difficult because the appearance of the document may appear legitimate, but in reality the document may be fake. With the increasing digitalization of businesses, documents are increasingly easily transferable, increasing the risks of falsification.
There are two document formats: digital documents and paper documents. Documents can also be classified into two categories: standardized documents and non-standardized documents. Standardized documents include IDs and passports, which are similar for all people, while invoices are non-standardized documents that can vary.
To detect a falsified document, it is necessary to distinguish between the two document formats, as well as to determine whether it is a standardized or non-standardized document. There are many solutions for standardized documents, such as KYC (Know Your Customer) companies, such as ShareID, Vialink and ID Now. However, there are few or no solutions for non-standardized documents, with the exception of Finovox.
To write this article on the detection of falsified documents, we first consulted the opinion of ChatGPT (an artificial intelligence solution from OpenAI which brings together information found online) and then, the opinion of our Finovox experts . We want to offer you two perspectives: the one that you can find online through search engines with OpenAI and another, that of our Finovox experts, based on a study of the market and field and business problems.
Detecting a fake document is complex, the appearance of the document can sometimes appear completely compliant and yet the document itself can be fake. With the digitalization of businesses, documents are passed through more and more, the possibility of producing false documents is therefore growing.
Detect a fake document according to our Finovox experts
To begin our article we asked Chat GPT what would be the best method to detect a fake document, here is his response :
“There are several methods for detecting a fake document, but none is foolproof at 100%. Here are some things to consider when trying to detect a fake document:
- Check the information present on the document. Make sure the information on the document is consistent and verifiable. If you doubt the authenticity of a document, you can try to verify certain information, such as the sender's contact information or the date the document was created.
- Visual examination of the document. Look closely at the document and look for things that might indicate it's a fake. For example, see if the paper or printing looks suspicious, or if the document contains spelling mistakes or typing errors.
- Use detection tools. There are several tools that can help you detect a fake document. For example, there is character recognition software that can help you spot spelling mistakes and typos. There are also devices that can verify the authenticity of documents using technologies such as UV light or optical density analysis.
- Use the services of experts. If you have doubts about the authenticity of a document and are unable to verify it yourself, you can call on experts in the field. For example, you can contact the government agency responsible for combating fraud, which will have the resources and expertise to verify the authenticity of a document.
It is important to note that although these methods can help you detect a fake document, it is impossible to guarantee 100% the authenticity of a document. It is therefore important to remain vigilant and not blindly accept all the documents you receive.”
ChatGPT offers a number of important solutions and all of these ideas are worth considering when you want to know if a document is fake, especially as an individual.
As explained to you GPT chat, the best solution remains your common sense, which is sometimes enough to detect many frauds. But they are usually the most detectable. For everyday frauds (made by non-fraud professionals), the implementation oftools within your information system is necessary. In addition, ChatGPT did not mention the different means used by Finovox which we will talk about later.
Detect a fake document according to our Finovox experts
At Finovox we use different solutions to detect whether a document is false or not.
Here is a sample of our methods:
- The study of data structure
Analyzing the data structure of a document is important to determine whether or not it has been modified. This analysis makes it possible to break down each line of the document and discover possible alterations, as well as to know if the document comes from an automatic generator.
- The study of metadata
Metadata analysis focuses on the basic information of the document, which can be considered its “identity card”. Although less detailed than data structure analysis, metadata can be altered when creating a fake document from an original document using tools such as Photoshop or Preview.
- Visual analysis: alteration of pixels, text and colors
Visual analysis of the document is crucial to complete the analysis of it. It is a global innovation in the field of image analysis that can detect complex falsifications in images.
- Additions
Additions allow you to know if there have been changes made to the document. Using Finovox Investigation, you can find previous versions of the document and remove additional layers that have been added to the document using the available zoning feature. This makes it easier to identify changes and improves understanding of them.
- 3D view
The 3D view and zoning offered by Finovox are powerful tools for quickly identifying the exact area of falsification in a document. This feature allows for deeper and more accurate analysis of the document, making it easier to detect forgeries. Additionally, the 3D view offers an in-depth visualization of the document, which can help to better understand the changes made to it. By using these tools, businesses can be more effective in combating document fraud.
Our Finovox solution offers you a demonstration of its document detection capabilities. All methods developed by our data scientists are based on market feedback and the needs expressed by our customers.
Although ChatGPT's proposals and ours differ significantly, there is no single ideal method for detecting falsified documents. At Finovox we have chosen to explore different methods, but we always advise our clients to also rely on ChatGPT's proposals, using common sense, verifying information through surveys, performing visual analysis in more than that carried out by the solutions. Finally, it is important to note that a single solution is not enough to reduce fraud in a company. It is the combination of tools and different solutions that will allow a significant reduction in fraud.
Fin’Equipe’s advice:
There is therefore no single solution for detecting a false document.
The combination of different solutions makes it possible to ensure that a document has been falsified or not.t.
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