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Method and apparatus for verifying data timeliness with time-based derived cryptographic keys

US7392382B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateApr 21, 2003
Grant dateJun 24, 2008
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Expiry dateMay 17, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L9/088
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method of verifying data timeliness with time-based derived cryptographic keys is disclosed. A master key is received. Based on both the master key and a current time, an interval key is derived. Data, which was encrypted with the interval key, is decrypted with the interval key.

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