18488472. METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SELECTING SELECTIVE SECURITY MODE AND FLOW MANAGEMENT IN A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SELECTING SELECTIVE SECURITY MODE AND FLOW MANAGEMENT IN A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

Organization Name

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Inventor(s)

Aneesh Deshmukh of Bangalore (IN)

Neha Sharma of Bangalore (IN)

Anshuman Nigam of Bangalore (IN)

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SELECTING SELECTIVE SECURITY MODE AND FLOW MANAGEMENT IN A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18488472 titled 'METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SELECTING SELECTIVE SECURITY MODE AND FLOW MANAGEMENT IN A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

Simplified Explanation

The disclosure relates to a method for selecting a selective security mode in a 5G or 6G communication system based on the capabilities of the user equipment (UE) and the network entities.

• Core network entity selects a selective security mode based on UE capability and preferred security mode.
• Core network entity checks if both RAN and core network support the preferred security mode.
• Core network entity applies the preferred security mode to incoming data packets based on encryption status.

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in various industries and sectors, including telecommunications, IoT, autonomous vehicles, and smart cities.

Problems Solved

1. Enhances security in high-speed communication systems. 2. Optimizes data transmission based on encryption status.

Benefits

1. Improved data security and privacy. 2. Efficient data transmission. 3. Enhanced network performance.

Potential Commercial Applications

"Enhanced Security Mode Selection in 5G/6G Communication Systems" can be utilized in telecommunications companies, IoT device manufacturers, autonomous vehicle technology developers, and smart city infrastructure providers.

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to security mode selection in communication systems, but the specific method of selecting a selective security mode based on UE capability and network support may be novel.

How does this technology impact network latency in 5G/6G communication systems?

This technology may impact network latency by adding an extra step in the data transmission process. However, the benefits of enhanced security may outweigh any potential latency increase.

What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology across different network architectures?

One potential challenge could be ensuring compatibility with various network elements and protocols. Additionally, network operators may need to upgrade their infrastructure to support the selective security mode selection method.

Original Abstract Submitted

The disclosure relates to a fifth generation (5G) communication system or a sixth generation (6G) communication system for supporting higher data rates beyond a fourth generation (4G) communication system such as long term evolution (LTE). A method performed by a core network entity for selecting a selective security mode for applying selective security is provided. The method receives first information block from RAN . The first information block includes UE capability to support selective security and preferred selective security mode. Further, core network entity may determine if RAN and core network entity are capable of supporting the preferred selective security mode. Finally, the core network entity applies the preferred selective security on the one or more incoming data packets based on the encryption status of the incoming data packets, when at least one of RAN and core network entity supports the preferred selective security mode.