17859892. SECURING ELECTRONIC BALLOT SYSTEMS VIA SECURE MEMORY DEVICES WITH EMBEDDED HARDWARE SECURITY MODULES simplified abstract (Micron Technology, Inc.)

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SECURING ELECTRONIC BALLOT SYSTEMS VIA SECURE MEMORY DEVICES WITH EMBEDDED HARDWARE SECURITY MODULES

Organization Name

Micron Technology, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Sourin Sarkar of Bangalore (IN)

Vamshikrishna Komuravelli of Rangareddy (IN)

Spandana Patchigolla of Hyderabad (IN)

SECURING ELECTRONIC BALLOT SYSTEMS VIA SECURE MEMORY DEVICES WITH EMBEDDED HARDWARE SECURITY MODULES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17859892 titled 'SECURING ELECTRONIC BALLOT SYSTEMS VIA SECURE MEMORY DEVICES WITH EMBEDDED HARDWARE SECURITY MODULES

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a method for electronic voting using an electronic voting machine (EVM). Here is a simplified explanation of the abstract:

  • The EVM receives user data, including a unique code, from a user device.
  • The EVM presents an interface for the user to cast their vote.
  • Based on the user data and the vote, the EVM generates a command.
  • The EVM verifies the validity of the command.
  • The EVM encrypts the vote and user data for security.
  • The encrypted vote is stored in a secure memory.

Potential Applications

  • Electronic voting systems for elections, both in-person and remote.
  • Secure voting systems for organizations, associations, and clubs.
  • Online surveys and polls requiring secure and verifiable voting.

Problems Solved

  • Ensures the integrity and security of electronic voting systems.
  • Prevents tampering or manipulation of votes.
  • Provides a verifiable and auditable record of votes.

Benefits

  • Simplifies the voting process for users by using an electronic interface.
  • Enhances the security and privacy of votes through encryption.
  • Facilitates efficient and accurate counting of votes.
  • Enables remote voting options, increasing accessibility and participation.


Original Abstract Submitted

In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to a method including: receiving, by an electronic voting machine (EVM), user data from a user device, the user data including a unique code; presenting, by the EVM, an interface, the interface capable of receiving a vote; generating, by the EVM, a command based on the user data and the vote; determining, by the EVM, that the command is valid; encrypting, by the EVM, the vote and the user data; and writing, by the EVM, the vote to a secure memory.

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