Cyber Risk Management Chronicles, Episode X
Feeling seen, but maybe too seen
Stepping off the plane this past August after a long international flight, the last thing I wanted was a lengthy wait at US Customs, the final sentinel between me and a good night’s sleep. I had sat at the very back of the plane, and so even though I had the privilege of Global Entry to reduce my wait time, there was still a fairly daunting line that had developed by the time I arrived to make my way back into the country. To my surprise, however, it couldn’t have been easier.
Unlike returning from previous trips, the line for Global Entry stayed in perpetual motion, with passengers swiftly gliding through the process, without even having the chance to stand still. I quickly reached an open kiosk, where the system prompted me to center my face for a photo. Complying, I only waited seconds before being directed to proceed to the immigration officer.
As I approached the immigration officer’s desk he barely glanced up from his computer before asking, “Griffith?”
I simply nodded, astounded that they had already identified me.
As I approached the…
