Multi-stage scanning of computer devices from different geographic locations
US11522886B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 26, 2022 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L67/02
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems for scanning a network. The disclosed methods may involve receiving a list of a plurality of target devices and scanning a first device to determine if a particular port and protocol combination appears to be open on the first device. Upon determining that a particular port and protocol combination appears to be open on the first device, the method involves interrogating the first device before or during scanning of a second device to gather data regarding a service running on the first device.
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