Systems and methods for enhancing security of communication over a public network
US7568098B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 2, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L63/102
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An authentication protocol is disclosed for use in enhancing the security of communications between software applications and Internet-based service providers. The protocol incorporates a two level authentication model based on a distribution of authentication responsibilities, wherein the application authenticates users and the service provider authenticates the application. Embodiments of the protocol incorporate public key infrastructure and digital certificate technology. Other embodiments of the present invention pertain to applying a corresponding protocol to peer-to-peer communication scenarios.
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