Detecting a cryogenic attack on a memory device with embedded error correction
US9940457B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 13, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 10, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11C2029/0411
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a method, computer program product, and system for monitoring a dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) device to detect and respond to a cryogenic attack. A processor receives a set of memory information about a DRAM device. The processor then determines a set of error indicators by processing the memory information using a set of decision parameters. The error indicators are then compared to an attack syndrome to determine if the DRAM is experiencing a cryogenic attack. If the DRAM is experiencing a cryogenic attack, access to the DRAM device is disabled.
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