Solidifying the executable software set of a computer

Details Solidifying the executable software set of a computer Solidifying the executable software set of a computer

2011-01-18

2011-01-18

Zand, Kambiz (Department: 2434)

Data processing: software development, installation, and managem

Software upgrading or updating

Reexamination Certificate

active

07873955

ABSTRACT:
System and method for solidifying (or “freezing”) the set of software and configuration data available for execution on a computer. Any additional software installed on the computer after the solidification process will not execute, regardless of whether the installation is initiated or otherwise performed by a person with administrative privilege. The ability to allow new or modified software to execute on the computer rests with an integrity server separate from and outside of the solidified computer. The solidification of software and configuration data proceeds on a level of granularity selectable by the integrity server and any operators thereof.

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