Method, apparatus and computer program product for secure software installation
US8701197B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 20, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F21/51
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method, apparatus and computer program product are provided for secure software download or installation. In this regard, sensory notifications and cognitive activities are implemented prior to proceeding to a download or installation procedure. For example, a sensory notification can be provided if security attributes of software are noncompliant with security preferences. Additionally, performance of a task can be required if security attributes of software are noncompliant with the security preferences prior to installation of the software, wherein requiring performance of a task comprises selecting the task such that the task is variable from one installation of the software to another installation of the software.
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