System and method for restricting access to requested data based on user location
US8918901B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Dec 23, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L63/107
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for restricting access to requested data based on user location are disclosed. The method comprises receiving a data request and determining origin location information of the data request from a source providing information having accuracy to a predetermined standard. The method further comprises retrieving one or more policies associated with the requested data, comparing the origin location information with the policies, and dynamically adjusting access restrictions to the requested data based on the comparison.
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