Threat analysis
US7530104B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 9, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 5, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 1, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F21/554
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Virtual penetration testing using threat analysis is disclosed. Threat analysis may be achieved by evaluating attack paths and chain reactions of compromised assets created by threats, threat agents, or threat mechanisms. A threat agent having an existing access level is identified. The existing access level is used to analyze an attack path between the threat agent and an asset. The existing access level is updated if the analysis of the attack path between the threat agent and the asset indicates that an attack along the path would be successful.
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