Netskope. has been granted a patent for a method that simulates malware spread in cloud applications. The technology involves accessing sharing data, tracing user connections through a directed graph, and visualizing the malware’s transmission and user exposure over time. GlobalData’s report on Netskope gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Simulating malware spread in cloud applications
The granted patent US12041074B2 outlines a computer-implemented method and system for simulating the spread of malware in cloud applications. The method involves accessing sharing data related to files exchanged among users, constructing a directed graph to trace connections between these users, and simulating the malware's spread based on these connections. The simulation aims to model user exposure, infection, and transmission of malware, which propagates through the sharing of infected files. A key feature of the method is the generation of a time-lapse visualization that illustrates the evolution of user states, including exposure, infection, and transmission, using visual codings to differentiate users based on their interaction with the malware.
Additionally, the patent details various enhancements to the simulation process, such as the ability to simulate malware spread from multiple entry points and generate multiple visualizations for different scenarios. The method incorporates user-by-user and file-by-file data, which includes user endpoint locations, vulnerability characteristics, and access privileges. The system is designed to calculate connected user-file depth and partition users into unconnected groups, allowing for a more nuanced understanding of malware transmission dynamics. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive approach to visualizing and analyzing malware spread in cloud environments, which could be valuable for cybersecurity efforts.
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