Method and mobile device for generating a data authentication key
US9253633B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Feb 2, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W12/68
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a method for generating a data authentication key for allowing data communication over a wireless channel between a first mobile device and a second mobile device, comprising: associating said mobile devices to each other by means of said key. The invention comprises: allowing a shared physical or mechanical condition to be applied generally simultaneously upon said devices; detecting, in said first mobile device, said condition; defining, in said first mobile device, said authentication key based on the detected condition; and transmitting said key to said second mobile device. The invention also relates to a mobile device configured for generating a data authentication key for allowing data communication over a wireless channel to a further mobile device.
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