Secure modification of manufacturer usage description files based on device applications
US11902277B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 20, 2021 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 10, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L63/101
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Techniques for providing secure modification of manufacturer usage description (MUD) files based on device applications are provided. In one embodiment, a method for secure modification of MUD files may include obtaining a request for one or more applications from a device. The method also includes providing to the device the one or more applications and a certification that includes an updated MUD identifier determined based on the one or more applications requested. The updated MUD identifier is associated with a concatenated MUD file that comprises individual MUD file portions for each of the one or more applications requested. The device is configured to request an updated device identifier using the certification. The updated device identifier includes the updated MUD identifier that is associated with the concatenated MUD file.
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