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MIFARE DESFire

Plain-language definition

A more secure contactless platform for access and ticketing systems (typically with AES).

Technologycategory

MIFARE DESFire is a family of contactless chips/cards often used for access systems and transportation/ticketing. Compared to simple RFID cards, it usually offers stronger cryptography and better work with applications on the card.

Why it has a practical impact

  • Lower risk of identifier cloning.
  • Better separation of roles and applications (eg entrance + canteen + parking).
  • Higher requirements for key management (key management).