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Method and apparatus for handling messages containing pre-selected data

US8011003B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2005
Grant dateAug 30, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 3, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L51/234
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for blocking messages containing pre-selected data is described. In one embodiment, the method includes determining that a message transmitted to a recipient via a network includes pre-selected data. The pre-selected data contains information from at least one random row within the tabular structure of source data. The method further includes preventing an unauthorized transmission of the pre-selected data to the recipient.

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