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Apparatus and method for protecting diagnostic ports of secure devices

US7822995B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 3, 2005
Grant dateOct 26, 2010
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Expiry dateMay 14, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2221/2143
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electronic system comprises a processor, a diagnostic port, and a switching circuit, including a switch connected between the diagnostic port and the processor, for enabling and disabling the diagnostic port and for restricting access to contents of the electronic system prior to enabling the diagnostic port. A method for operating the electronic system is also included.

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