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Enhanced security protocol for radio frequency systems

US8384546B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 14, 2006
Grant dateFeb 26, 2013
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L2209/805
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

This invention relates to security protocols for RFID systems. Systems and methods are presented to protect the system from hackers attempting to compromise the RFID system. Also, methods and systems for improving RFID security are disclosed. The systems utilize mechanisms to determine the authenticity of the RFID tags used in such systems. The systems and methods also reduce unauthorized access to the RFID system. A system and method to make tags more difficult to compromise or counterfeit is also described.

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