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Method and system for encryption of file characteristics of .ZIP files

US7793099B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 20, 2004
Grant dateSep 7, 2010
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Expiry dateDec 23, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L2209/30
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present invention provides a method of integrating existing strong encryption methods into the processing of a .ZIP file to provide a highly secure data container which provides flexibility in the use of symmetric and asymmetric encryption technology. The present invention adapts the well established .ZIP file format to support higher levels of security and multiple methods of data encryption and key management, thereby producing a highly secure and flexible digital container for electronically storing and transferring confidential data.

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