18538418. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING ACCESS TO A SECURE DEVICE simplified abstract (Capital One Services, LLC)

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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING ACCESS TO A SECURE DEVICE

Organization Name

Capital One Services, LLC

Inventor(s)

David Kelly Wurmfeld of Fairfax VA (US)

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING ACCESS TO A SECURE DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18538418 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING ACCESS TO A SECURE DEVICE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a system that enhances security by implementing a two-factor authentication process using beam attenuation technology.

  • The system receives first level authentication data from a user and authorizes access to a secure device.
  • A push notification with a second factor authentication key is sent to the user's device.
  • The user's device communicates wirelessly, with the signal being attenuated by materials to create a unique beam profile.
  • If the beam profile matches the stored profile, the second factor authentication key is accepted as a valid credential.
  • The user enters the second factor authentication key, granting them second level access to the secure device.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in industries requiring high levels of security, such as banking, healthcare, and government facilities.

Problems Solved

This system addresses the issue of unauthorized access to secure devices by implementing a robust two-factor authentication process.

Benefits

The use of beam attenuation technology adds an extra layer of security to the authentication process, reducing the risk of unauthorized access and data breaches.

Potential Commercial Applications

  • "Enhanced Security Solutions for Sensitive Industries"

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be the use of biometric authentication methods as a second factor, but the beam attenuation technology described in this patent application appears to be a novel approach to enhancing security.

What are the specific beam attenuating materials used in this system?

The specific beam attenuating materials used in this system are not mentioned in the abstract. Further details on the composition and properties of these materials would be necessary to fully understand the technology.

How does the system handle potential signal interference or environmental factors affecting the wireless communication?

The abstract does not provide information on how the system mitigates signal interference or environmental factors that may impact the wireless communication process. Additional details on the system's robustness in various conditions would be needed to address this question.


Original Abstract Submitted

A system may receive first level authentication data from a first user, authorize first level access to a secure device, and transmit a push notification including a second factor authentication key to a first user device responsive to first factor authentication data matching stored authentication data for the first user. The system may receive a wireless communication from the first user device attenuated by one or more beam attenuating materials to form a first attenuated beam profile. In response to a match of the first attenuated beam profile to a stored beam profile beyond a predetermined threshold, the system may associate the second factor authentication key as an authorized login credential for the first user. The system may receive the second factor authentication key from the first user and authorize the second factor authentication data to grant the first user second level access to the secure device.