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Selectively unlocking a core root of trust for measurement (CRTM)

US8863309B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 27, 2006
Grant dateOct 14, 2014
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F21/572
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A computer system is provided that comprises a processor and a Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) module coupled to the processor. The BIOS module stores a Core Root of Trust for Measurement (CRTM), wherein the CRTM selectively unlocks itself.

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