System lockdown and data protection
US11275817B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 25, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2221/2143
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An information handling system may include a processor, and a cryptoprocessor comprising at least one storage location. The information handling system may be configured to: store, in the at least one storage location, cryptographic data regarding secure boot of the information handling system; receive an indication that a lockdown is to be initiated; in response to the indication, overwrite the at least one storage location with invalid data; and initiate the lockdown by triggering a reboot of the information handling system.
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