Resource indicator trap doors for detecting and stopping malware propagation
US8667581B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 8, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 19, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2221/2123
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and system for detecting and stopping malware propagation using false resource entries is provided. A detection system uses trap door entries that are intentionally inserted into resource location stores to detect resource misuse. A “trap door” is a false resource that can be monitored by the detection system. The detection system monitors trapdoor entries that have been intentionally inserted into resource location stores, and looks for signs of use. The detection system can then determine whether a detected use of a trap door entry is a misuse of the trap door entry, and upon declaring a misuse of the trap door entry, the detection system can appropriately respond to the misuse.
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