Methods and nodes for handling LLDP messages in a communication network
US11552994B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 19, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D30/00
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Transmitting node (120) and receiving node (121) for handling LLDP messages in a communication network (100). The transmitting node (120) transmits a LLDP message to the receiving node (121), which LLDP message comprises security related information enabling to verify authenticity of the transmitting node (120). The receiving node (121) receives one or more LLDP messages, at least one comprising security related information enabling to verify authenticity of the transmitting node (120; 124) that transmitted the LLDP message.
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