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Method and apparatus for secure processing of cryptographic keys

  • US 20030172265A1
  • Filed: 02/26/2003
  • Published: 09/11/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/04/2001
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A method for secure processing of cryptographic keys using a main system processor having a secure processor mode, comprising the steps of:

  • loading a cryptographic key, cryptographic program, and any other required cryptographic data into a secure memory during a secure processor mode or during a power-on initialization sequence; and

    executing the cryptographic program in the secure processor mode or during the power-on initialization sequence using the cryptographic key stored in the secure memory.

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