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System and method for providing security in a network environment using accounting information

US8312530B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 24, 2006
Grant dateNov 13, 2012
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Expiry dateOct 8, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W12/088
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

According to one embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a method for providing security in a network environment that includes receiving a flow that propagates through an access gateway. The flow is initiated by an end user associated with the flow and propagates through a network. The method also includes receiving accounting information indicative of the termination of the flow. In response, tearing down of the communication associated with the flow is initiated.

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