Rogue AP roaming prevention

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2005-07-28

2009-02-03

Cumming, William D (Department: 2617)

Multiplex communications

Pathfinding or routing

Combined circuit switching and packet switching

C707S793000, C707S793000, C707S793000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07486666

ABSTRACT:
A system and/or a method that facilitates enhancing security in a wireless network for a mobile device that can connect to an access point by providing the mobile device with an association control list for intrusion protection is provided. A mobile device can utilize a wireless connection with at least one access point. In particular, the system includes a security component that utilizes the association control list to provide at least one of a valid access point to which the mobile can connect and a rogue access point to which the mobile device is not to connect, allowing the mobile device to eliminate and/or filter out any harmful access points that can be a potential safety hazard.

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International Search Report dated Jan. 16, 2008 for PCT Application Serial No. PCT/US06/22979, 3 Pages.

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