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Security indication spanning tree system and method

US8042187B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 25, 2003
Grant dateOct 18, 2011
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Expiry dateJan 1, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06Q10/0635
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A security indication spanning tree system and method is presented. In one embodiment the asset value of a network node is determined. The exposure rating of said network node is ascertained. The impact risk to a preferred functionality due to an attack from another network node is analyzed. A spanning tree schematic of a network including the network node is created, wherein the spanning tree schematic includes an indication of the asset value.

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