Dual-Password Authentication System for Conditional Access Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current password management systems in computer systems often require a single password for initial and ongoing access, which may not provide adequate security differentiation between initial and subsequent access levels, potentially compromising security.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a dual-password system where a first password with stronger security is used for initial access, and a second, easier-to-enter password is used for subsequent access, with conditions set by a policy engine determining when each password is required based on factors like time, location, and device type.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a single strong password is used for both initial and ongoing access, then security is improved, but user convenience deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the authentication process into two distinct phases: initial access requiring a strong first password, and ongoing access requiring a simpler second password. This segmentation allows the system to maintain high security for critical initial authentication while providing convenience for routine access operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamic password requirements that change based on the access context. The system transitions from requiring a strong first password for initial access to accepting a simpler second password for ongoing access, making the authentication requirements adaptive rather than static.
2Ease of operation
If a single weak password is used for both initial and ongoing access, then user convenience is improved, but security deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the password system into two distinct password types: a strong first password for initial access and a simpler second password for ongoing access. This segmentation ensures that security is not compromised in the initial authentication phase while still providing convenience for ongoing operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies different security qualities to different access scenarios. The first password scenario uses strong security characteristics, while the second password scenario uses weaker but more convenient security characteristics, matching the security requirements of each specific access context.
3Reliability
If different password strengths are used for initial and ongoing access, then security differentiation is improved, but system complexity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the authentication system into two distinct password pathways: a first password for initial access and a second password for ongoing access. This clear segmentation, managed by a policy engine, provides security differentiation while maintaining manageable system complexity through structured organization.
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AI summary
A method, system or computer usable program product for providing initial access Lo the computer system in response to a user providing a first password, and upon detecting a condition meeting a predetermined criteria, providing subsequent access to the computer system in response to the user providing a second password wherein the first password has stronger security than the second password.