Silicon Laboratories has been granted a patent for an apparatus that detects potential security violations in reference clock signals. The device includes a clock generator, counter, and controller to monitor variations in clock signal cycles. GlobalData’s report on Silicon Laboratories gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Clock signal security violation detection apparatus
The granted patent (Publication Number: US11886621B2) describes an apparatus, an integrated circuit, and a wireless device designed to detect potential security violations related to the reference clock signal used in the system. The apparatus includes a clock generator, a counter, and a controller that can identify deviations in the count of clock cycles from a predetermined value, triggering security measures when necessary. The controller can prevent access to specific components in response to detected security violations, ensuring the protection of sensitive information stored within the system.
In the integrated circuit configuration, the system includes additional components such as radio frequency circuits and cryptographic circuitry, enhancing its security features. The controller within the integrated circuit can detect security violations where an attacker attempts to manipulate the reference clock signal to gain access to secure keys stored within the system. By monitoring the count of clock cycles and detecting deviations, the system can prevent compromises of universal keys and communicate any security breaches to the system designer. Overall, the patented technology aims to provide robust security measures against potential attacks targeting the reference clock signal and sensitive information stored within the system, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of the data processed by the apparatus, integrated circuit, and wireless device.
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