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Secure passcode entry user interface

US9613356B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 9, 2013
Grant dateApr 4, 2017
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Expiry dateApr 28, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2221/031
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for secure passcode entry is disclosed. The method, in one embodiment, includes: receiving a request for authenticating a user; in response to the request, generating a passcode entry interface including buttons corresponding to character options for composing a passcode entry, wherein the passcode entry interface is used to receive the passcode entry to authenticate a user of the payment card; identifying, on a touchscreen of the electronic device, a traffic region that experienced touch events prior to receiving the request; and displaying the passcode entry interface on the touchscreen such that at least a portion of the passcode entry interface is positioned in the traffic region.

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