Using a network-service credential for access control
US7533258B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 7, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L63/0807
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and devices for controlling access to a service over a network are described. A credential is provided to a device. The credential indicates the device is enrolled in the network. The credential is stored in non-volatile memory on the device. The credential binds the device to the network and prevents the device from accessing another network. The device presents the credential to a provider, and the provider uses the credential to authenticate and authorize the device. Upon authorization, the device is provided access to the service.
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