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Methods and systems for utilizing cryptographic functions of a cryptographic co-processor

US7986786B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2006
Grant dateJul 26, 2011
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Expiry dateJan 17, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L2209/80
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A computer platform is provided that comprises a processor and a cryptographic co-processor coupled to the processor. The computer platform further comprises a platform entity coupled to the processor. The platform entity establishes a secure relationship with the cryptographic co-processor that enables the platform entity to utilize cryptographic functions provided by the cryptographic co-processor.

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