Systems and methods for performing remote configuration compliance assessment of a networked computer device
US8484694B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 10, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F21/577
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The disclosed principles describe systems and methods for assessing the policy compliance of a target device, wherein the assessment is performed by a scanning computer in communication with the target device via a communication network. By employing a system or method in accordance with the disclosed principles, distinct advantages are achieved. Specifically, conducting such a remote scan allows for the scanner computer to perform a remote scan of the remote device without installing client software to the remote device. Also, conducting a compliance assessment according to the disclosed principles allows for the target device to be assessed after policy updates and changes, without requiring the target device to be re-scanned. Thus, the disclosed principles reduce the need for internal IT resources to manage the assessment and updates of client configuration settings on the target device.
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