Network Authentication System for Automatic Two-Factor Credential Submission
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current network authentication methods are cumbersome for users, requiring extensive information for two-factor authentication, which can compromise convenience while maintaining security, and existing solutions do not efficiently integrate with existing network services to simplify the authentication process.
Innovation Solution
A network-based authentication system that allows users to register their devices with a network service provider, enabling the system to provide authentication support services by automatically filling in required information for two-factor authentication, using an IP address and Mobile Device Number (MDN) for secure and convenient access to services.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If extensive authentication information is required for two-factor authentication, then security is improved, but user convenience deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by automatically obtaining and storing authentication information (such as device identifiers, network credentials) before the actual authentication process. When a user needs to authenticate, the system has already prepared the necessary data, eliminating the need for users to manually provide extensive information during the authentication moment.
Solution Approach 2:
The authentication system performs self-service by automatically gathering, managing, and submitting authentication information without requiring user intervention. The system autonomously handles the complexity of two-factor authentication by retrieving device identifiers, network credentials, and other authentication data automatically, freeing users from the burden of providing extensive information.
2Ease of operation
If simplified authentication information is required, then user convenience is improved, but security deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system introduces an intermediary authentication server that acts as a mediator between the user device and the service provider. This intermediary automatically collects and verifies multiple authentication factors (device identifiers, network credentials, user credentials) behind the scenes, allowing users to interact with a simplified interface while maintaining comprehensive security verification through the intermediary's automated processes.
3Reliability
If manual authentication information entry is required, then authentication security is improved, but authentication time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-collecting and storing authentication information (device identifiers, network credentials, user profiles) before authentication is needed. This preparation eliminates the time-consuming manual entry process while maintaining security, as the pre-collected data is automatically verified during authentication.
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces the mechanical process of manual information entry with automated electronic retrieval and verification processes. Instead of users physically typing or entering authentication data, the system electronically自动获取s and submits authentication information through automated interfaces, dramatically reducing authentication time while maintaining security through automated verification.
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AI summary
A user device may request access to a service provided by an application server. The application server may request that an identity server authenticate the user device. The identity server may have a network authentication system assist with the authentication of the user device. Once authenticated by the network authentication system, the application server may be informed and may grant the user device access to the requested service. Additionally, the identity server may help determine whether the user device is a security threat by comparing user information from the network authentication system with user information from the application server. Additionally, the network authentication system may provide the application server with user information to enable the application server to automatically register the user device for a particular service.