Secure passcode entry user interface
US9613356B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 9, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 4, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 28, 2035 |
Classification
- 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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