Method for strongly encrypting .ZIP files
US11461487B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 25, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 4, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L2209/30
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a method of integrating existing strong encryption methods into the processing of a .ZIP file to provide a highly secure data container which provides flexibility in the use of symmetric and asymmetric encryption technology. The present invention adapts the well-established .ZIP file format to support higher levels of security and multiple methods of data encryption and key management, thereby producing a highly secure and flexible digital container for electronically storing and transferring confidential data.
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