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System and method for managing identity information after a SIM swap

US9154939B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 2011
Grant dateOct 6, 2015
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W8/20
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and a method are provided managing services associated with a mobile device. It includes detecting a new identity module card is in the mobile device; receiving a username ID and a password on the mobile device; and upon verifying that the username ID and the password are identical to a previous username ID and a previous password associated with the mobile device, the mobile device enabling access to the services. In another aspect, after detecting a new identity module card, and if an input is received to associate a new username ID and a new password with the mobile device, then the services are erased from the mobile device.

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