Intelligent integrated network security device for high-availability applications
US8326961B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 23, 2010 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L63/0428
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatuses for inspecting packets are provided. A primary security system may be configured for processing packets. The primary security system may be operable to maintain flow information for a group of devices to facilitate processing of the packets. A secondary security system may be designated for processing packets upon a failover event. Flow records may be shared from the primary security system with the secondary security system.
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