Telefonaktiebolaget lm ericsson (publ) (20240311462). AUTHENTICATING A USER simplified abstract

AUTHENTICATING A USER

Organization Name

telefonaktiebolaget lm ericsson (publ)

Inventor(s)

Tommy Arngren of Södra Sunderbyn (SE)

Peter Ökvist of Luleå (SE)

Andreas Kristensson of Södra Sandby (SE)

AUTHENTICATING A USER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240311462 titled 'AUTHENTICATING A USER

The abstract describes a method for authenticating a user based on their input of a passcode element, which includes determining both a virtual-surface component and a depth component for each passcode element.

• Detect user input of a passcode element to a user input device
• Determine a virtual-surface component of the passcode element from a finite set of possible virtual-surface components
• Determine a depth component of the passcode element based on input force, from a finite set of possible depth components
• Repeat the steps for multiple passcode elements to create a passcode sequence
• Authenticate the user based on both the virtual-surface component and the depth component of each passcode element

1. 1. 1. Potential Applications:

- Secure access control systems - Biometric authentication methods - User verification in financial transactions

1. 1. 1. Problems Solved:

- Enhances security by using unique biometric data for authentication - Reduces the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive information

1. 1. 1. Benefits:

- Improved user authentication accuracy - Enhanced security measures - User-friendly authentication process

1. 1. 1. Commercial Applications:
         1. Title: Biometric Authentication System for Enhanced Security

This technology can be utilized in industries such as banking, healthcare, and government agencies to ensure secure access to confidential data and sensitive information. The market implications include increased trust in digital transactions and reduced instances of identity theft.

1. 1. 1. Prior Art:

Further research can be conducted in the field of biometric authentication systems and user verification methods to explore similar technologies and advancements in the industry.

1. 1. 1. Frequently Updated Research:

Stay updated on advancements in biometric authentication technology, user verification methods, and security measures to enhance the effectiveness of this authentication method.

1. 1. 1. 1. Questions about Biometric Authentication:

1. How does this technology compare to traditional password-based authentication methods?

  - This technology offers a more secure and personalized authentication process compared to traditional password-based methods.

2. What are the potential privacy concerns associated with using biometric data for user authentication?

  - Privacy concerns may arise regarding the storage and protection of biometric data, which must be addressed to ensure user trust and compliance with data protection regulations.

Original Abstract Submitted

it is provided a method for authenticating a user. the method comprises the steps of: detecting a user input of a passcode element to a user input device: determining a virtual-surface component of the passcode element, the virtual-surface component being one of a finite set of possible virtual-surface components: determining a depth component of the passcode element, the depth component depending on an input force, the depth component being one in a finite set of possible depth components, each corresponding to one of a finite set of possible virtual surfaces: repeating the steps of detecting a user input, determining a virtual-surface component and determining a depth component, for a plurality of passcode elements, resulting in a sequence of passcode elements making up a passcode; and authenticating the user based on both the virtual-surface component and the depth component of each passcode element in the passcode.