International Business Machines Corporation (20240250984). System For Protecting Against Prying IoT Devices simplified abstract
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System For Protecting Against Prying IoT Devices
Organization Name
International Business Machines Corporation
Inventor(s)
Stefano Braghin of Dublin (IE)
Killian Levacher of Dublin (IE)
System For Protecting Against Prying IoT Devices - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240250984 titled 'System For Protecting Against Prying IoT Devices
The abstract describes a method for protecting against prying devices on a computer network, specifically those capable of recording audio and/or video data and eavesdropping on audio/video conference calls. When an audio/video conference call is initiated, the prying devices are prevented from communicating over the network, and when the call ends, they are allowed to resume communication.
- Identifying prying devices connected to the computer network
- Preventing prying devices from communicating during audio/video conference calls
- Allowing prying devices to resume communication after the conference call ends
- Protection against unauthorized recording and eavesdropping on conference calls
- Enhancing privacy and security on the computer network
Potential Applications: - Secure communication during sensitive audio/video conference calls - Preventing unauthorized surveillance and data recording on the network
Problems Solved: - Mitigating the risk of privacy breaches during conference calls - Protecting sensitive information from prying devices on the network
Benefits: - Enhanced security and privacy for audio/video communications - Safeguarding confidential information from unauthorized access
Commercial Applications: Title: Secure Communication Technology for Audio/Video Conferencing Potential commercial uses include secure communication platforms for businesses, government agencies, and organizations that require confidential audio/video conferencing capabilities. This technology can be marketed as a solution for protecting sensitive information during virtual meetings and discussions.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this method differentiate between prying devices and legitimate network users? 2. What measures are in place to ensure the effectiveness of preventing prying devices during conference calls?
Original Abstract Submitted
protection against prying devices on a computer network is provided. the method comprises identifying a number of prying devices connected to the computer network, wherein the prying devices have the capability to record audio and/or video data, and wherein the prying devices have the potential to eavesdrop on an audio/video conference call. responsive to detecting initiation of the audio/video conference call, the prying devices are prevented from communicating over the computer network. responsive to detecting termination of the audio/video conference call, the prying devices are allowed to resume communication over the computer network.
