Telefonaktiebolaget lm ericsson (publ) (20240187980). MANAGEMENT OF SECURITY CONTEXTS AT IDLE MODE MOBILITY BETWEEN DIFFERENT WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS simplified abstract

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MANAGEMENT OF SECURITY CONTEXTS AT IDLE MODE MOBILITY BETWEEN DIFFERENT WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

Organization Name

telefonaktiebolaget lm ericsson (publ)

Inventor(s)

Christine Jost of DALBY (SE)

Noamen Ben Henda of VÄLLINGBY (SE)

Vesa Torvinen of SAUVO (FI)

Monica Wifvesson of LUND (SE)

MANAGEMENT OF SECURITY CONTEXTS AT IDLE MODE MOBILITY BETWEEN DIFFERENT WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240187980 titled 'MANAGEMENT OF SECURITY CONTEXTS AT IDLE MODE MOBILITY BETWEEN DIFFERENT WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a solution for managing security contexts during idle mode mobility of a wireless communication device between different wireless communication systems, specifically a 5G/NGS system and a 4G/EPS system. The solution involves obtaining a 5G/NGS security context and mapping it to a 4G/EPS security context.

  • The innovation involves managing security contexts during idle mode mobility of a wireless communication device.
  • The solution specifically addresses the transition between a 5G/NGS system and a 4G/EPS system.
  • It includes obtaining a 5G/NGS security context and mapping it to a 4G/EPS security context for seamless communication.
  • This technology ensures secure and efficient handover between different wireless communication systems.

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in:

  • Mobile networks
  • Telecommunications industry
  • Internet of Things (IoT) devices

Problems Solved

  • Seamless transition between different wireless communication systems
  • Ensuring security during idle mode mobility
  • Efficient management of security contexts

Benefits

  • Enhanced security for wireless communication devices
  • Improved user experience during handover between networks
  • Optimized performance of mobile networks

Potential Commercial Applications

  • Mobile network operators
  • Telecommunications equipment manufacturers
  • IoT service providers

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be the use of similar security context management solutions in previous generations of wireless communication systems.

What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology on a large scale?

One potential challenge could be ensuring compatibility with various types of wireless communication systems and devices. Another challenge could be addressing any security vulnerabilities that may arise during the mapping of security contexts between different systems.

Are there any regulatory considerations that need to be taken into account when implementing this technology?

Regulatory considerations may include compliance with data protection and privacy regulations, as well as ensuring that the technology meets industry standards for security in wireless communication systems.


Original Abstract Submitted

there is provided a solution for managing security contexts at idle mode mobility of a wireless communication device between different wireless communication systems including a first wireless communication system and a second wireless communication system. the first wireless communication system is a 5g/ngs system and the second wireless communication system is a 4g/eps system. the solution is based on obtaining (s1) a 5g/ngs security context, and mapping (s2) the 5g/ngs security context to a 4g/eps security context.