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System and method for certifying that data received over a computer network has been checked for viruses

US7996902B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 30, 2006
Grant dateAug 9, 2011
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Expiry dateFeb 28, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2221/2115
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system, method, and computer program product are provided for certifying that content available on a host site is free from viruses identified by an anti-virus database. Content configured for publication on a host site is scanned for viruses. The scanned content is loaded onto the host site if no viruses are identified. Further, a certificate is displayed identifying the content on the host site as being scanned for viruses.

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