Cisco technology, inc. (20240297793). ASIC Identity Auto-Provisioning simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 ASIC Identity Auto-Provisioning
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 ASIC Identity Auto-Provisioning - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Prior Art
- 1.11 Frequently Updated Research
- 1.12 Questions about Hardware Component Authentication
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
ASIC Identity Auto-Provisioning
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Chirag K. Shroff of Cary NC (US)
ASIC Identity Auto-Provisioning - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240297793 titled 'ASIC Identity Auto-Provisioning
Simplified Explanation
The method described in the patent application involves authenticating a hardware component by verifying if it is authorized to run on a system. This is done by transmitting a random value to the hardware component, prompting it to sign a response containing the random value and data package. The signed response is then decrypted to verify the random value.
- Hardware component authentication method
- Verification process to determine authorization
- Use of electronic fuse storing hash and memory storing data package
- Transmission of random value to prompt signing of response
- Decryption of signed response to verify random value
Key Features and Innovation
- Verification process to authenticate hardware components
- Use of electronic fuse and memory for storing data
- Transmission of random value to prompt signing of response
- Decryption of signed response to verify random value
- Enhanced security measures for hardware component authentication
Potential Applications
- Secure authentication of hardware components in systems
- Prevent unauthorized hardware components from running on systems
- Ensure data integrity and system security through verification process
Problems Solved
- Unauthorized hardware components running on systems
- Data tampering and security breaches
- Ensuring system integrity and authenticity of hardware components
Benefits
- Enhanced security for systems and hardware components
- Prevention of unauthorized access and data breaches
- Reliable authentication process for hardware components
Commercial Applications
"Hardware Component Authentication System for Enhanced Security Measures" This technology can be applied in industries requiring secure hardware authentication, such as:
- Banking and financial institutions
- Government agencies
- Healthcare organizations
- Defense and military sectors
Prior Art
Further research can be conducted on similar technologies in the field of hardware component authentication and verification processes.
Frequently Updated Research
Stay updated on advancements in hardware authentication technologies and security measures to enhance system integrity and data protection.
Questions about Hardware Component Authentication
How does the verification process ensure the hardware component is authorized to run on the system?
The verification process involves transmitting a random value to prompt the hardware component to sign a response containing the random value and data package. By decrypting the signed response, the system can verify the random value, ensuring the hardware component's authorization.
What are the potential implications of unauthorized hardware components running on systems?
Unauthorized hardware components can pose security risks, leading to data breaches, system vulnerabilities, and compromised integrity. Implementing a robust authentication process helps prevent such risks and ensures system security.
Original Abstract Submitted
in one embodiment, a method to authenticate a hardware component, by a system, includes performing a verification process to determine whether the hardware component is authorized to run on the system. the hardware component comprises an electronic fuse storing a hash of a data package and a memory storing the data package, wherein the electronic fuse is configured to provide the hash to the memory. the verification process comprises transmitting a random value (k) to the hardware component to prompt the hardware component to sign a response. the verification process further comprises receiving a signed response containing the random value (k) and the data package, wherein the data package comprises a first serial number associated with the hardware component and a first system number associated with the system. the verification process further comprises decrypting the signed response to verify a value of the random value (k).
