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Apparatus, and method for implementing remote client integrity verification

US7591017B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 24, 2003
Grant dateSep 15, 2009
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Expiry dateAug 31, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L63/166
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus, system, method and computer program product for verifying the integrity of remote network devices that request access to network services and resources. Unintended computer programs such as viruses, worms, or Trojan horses, may compromise remote devices. The invention involves downloading verification software over the web into the web browser of a client for the purpose of performing checks to verify the integrity and security of the client's device or system. The results of such checks are returned over the web to be used in security decisions involving authentication and the grant of authorization to access services and resources.

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