Key management system and method
US7773754B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 8, 2002 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L2463/062
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems are disclosed for providing secured data transmission and for managing cryptographic keys. One embodiment of the invention provides secure key management when separate devices are used for generating and utilizing the keys. One embodiment of the invention provides secure storage of keys stored in an unsecured database. One embodiment of the invention provides key security in conjunction with high speed decryption and encryption, without degrading the performance of the data network.
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