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Methods and systems for modifying an integrity measurement based on user authentication

US8190916B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 27, 2006
Grant dateMay 29, 2012
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Expiry dateJun 11, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F21/575
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A computer system is provided that comprises a processor and a Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) accessible to the processor. During a boot process, the BIOS determines an integrity measurement for the computer system and modifies the integrity measurement based on a user authentication.

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